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

Protect bumper trim in the area around the radiator grille, center, from scratches by taping.

Press center radiator grille (1) upwards. In this position pull out towards the front.

Fig 1: Removing Center Radiator Grille

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Installation: 

Slide in center radiator grille (2) by pressing on the chrome ring in the bumper trim.

Fixtures (1) must engage correctly.

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

Fig 2: Pushing Front Radiator Grille Into Bumper Trim

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