51 11 180 Removing and installing/replacing trim grille for bumper trim (center)

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Remove BASEPLATE FOR NUMBER/LICENSE PLATE .
• Remove TRIM GRILLE FOR BUMPER TRIM  left and right.

Unclip retaining lugs (2) and remove trim grille (1) by withdrawing forwards.

Installation note: 

Retaining lugs (2) must not be damaged  .

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Lugs And Trim Grille

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

5111180 Removing and installing/replacing trim grille for bumper trim (center)