51 11 773 Replacing front lower left or right deformation element

Necessary preliminary tasks

Partially detach front engine undercover and remove screw (1) from bottom cover. See 51 47 490 Removing and installing / replacing front underbody protection .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Engine Undercover Screw

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Release screws (2) on brake air duct (1).

Remove brake air duct (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Brake Air Duct

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Release screws (1) on vertical connection (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Vertical Connection And Screws

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Release bolt (1) on front axle support adapter plate (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 6AZ .

Remove deformation element (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Front Axle Support Adapter Plate And Bolt

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5111773 Replacing front lower left or right deformation element