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51 13 001 Removing and installing/replacing front radiator grille, middle left or right

Necessary preliminary work 

Version with night vision: 

Release camera fixing screw (1) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Camera Fixing Screw
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Press middle front radiator grille (1) upwards and pull in direction of arrow towards front.

Fig 2: Pressing Middle Front Radiator Grille
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Version with night vision: 

Release plug connection (2) and high-pressure nozzle line (3) on night vision camera (1) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, High-Pressure Nozzle Line And Night Vision Camera
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Installation note: 

All catches and guides on middle front radiator grille must not be damaged.

Press on chrome ring to push front radiator grille (2) into bumper trim.

Fixtures (1) must engage correctly.

Fig 4: Pushing Front Radiator Grille Into Bumper Trim
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Replacement 

If necessary, remove night vision camera.66 54 511 REPLACING NIGHT VISION CAMERA .

5113001 Removing and installing/replacing front radiator grille, middle left or right.