51 47 490 Removing and installing/replacing front underbody protection

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform work after engine has cooled down.

Release screws (1 and 2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1 and 2) on both sides.

Remove tip of engine compartment shield (3) on left/right.

Installation:

Make sure tip of engine compartment shield (3) is installed in correct position.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Compartment Shield Screws

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WARNING: Danger of burning on oil line!

Turn catch (1) on cable through 90° and disengage in direction of arrow from bracket (2) on both sides.

Pull underbody protection (3) forwards under bumper trim and remove.

Installation:

Center underbody protection (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Underbody Protection, Catch, And Bracket

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Replacement

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts.

NOTE: Description is shown on the E87 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1).

Pull underbody protection (2) forward under bumper trim (3).

Installation:

Center underbody protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Protection, Bumper Trim, And Screws

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Replacement

If necessary, modify or replace front section (1) of underbody protection
Modify sheet nuts, replace defective nuts if necessary

Fig 2: Identifying Underbody Protection Front Section
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