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51 11 770 Removing and installing/replacing left or right deformation element for front bumper

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
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Remove expander rivets (1).

Remove and replace expander rivets (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Expander Rivets
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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 51 11 3AZ .

Drill out rivets (2) and do not replace any more.

Remove deformation element (3) towards front.

IMPORTANT: After assembly: Adjust headlight.
Fig 3: Identifying Deformation Element With Nut And Rivets
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