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61 35 975 Removing and installing/replacing bumper aerial for Comfort Access

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NOTE: Work shown on the F30 by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Depending on the engine version: 

If necessary, release screws (1) on cover (2) and remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Cover
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NOTE: Bumper aerial is located on reinforcement of rear bumper panel.

Release screws (1) on bumper panel at bottom rear.

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Panel Screws
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NOTE: Shown with bumper panel removed for purposes of clarity.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Reach between reinforcement and bumper panel.

Release latch mechanism (arrow) on reinforcement (3) and feed out bumper aerial (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Reinforcement Latch Mechanism, Bumper Aerial And Plug Connection
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Installation note: 

Make sure bumper aerial (2) is correctly fitted on reinforcement (3).