51 11 141 Removing and refitting/replacing bumper trim lower section

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release expanding rivets on left/right side of bumper panel lower section (2).

Release latch mechanisms (1) on rear of bumper panel.

Remove bumper panel lower section (2).

Installation note:

Replace expanding rivets.

Catches (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Replacement:

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Panel Lower Section And Latch Mechanisms

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