51 11 141 Removing and installing/replacing bumper panel lower section

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove BUMPER PANEL 
• Remove number plate and associated support
• Remove ORNAMENTAL GRILLE  at side left and right

Release left and right screws (1).

Release bumper panel lower section (2) at latch mechanisms (3) and remove.

Installation note: 

Retaining tabs and securing eyes must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Panel Lower Section, Screws And Latch Mechanisms

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement 

• Modify ORNAMENTAL GRILLE 
• Modify all ultrasonic sensors. See FRONT (SIDE) ULTRASONIC SENSOR and FRONT ULTRASONIC SENSOR (CENTER) .
• Modify FRONT SPOILER