51 12 156 Removing and installing (replacing) rear bumper panel: Notes

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IMPORTANT: To guarantee system function on vehicles with LANE CHANGE WARNING SENSOR :

there must be no mechanical damage (e.g. dents) and no body repair work with filler or painting (several coats) must be carried out in a 10 cm radius about the left or right sensor on the bumper panel
no stickers must be attached in the area of the sensor

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COVER ON REAR BUMPER PANEL

Version with Smart Opener:

Remove SENSOR LINE AT TOP

Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover at rear (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Wheel Arch Cover With Screws

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Raise rear light cover (1).

Lever out left expanding rivet (2) underneath.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Light Cover And Rivet

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Release screws (1).

If necessary, remove exhaust system trims (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust System Trims With Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Bumper panel (1) is engaged at the sides in the holder (2) and must be unlocked for removal.