51 12 801 Removing and installing/replacing holder for rear left or right bumper

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM .

E93 only: 

If necessary, release aerial/antenna holders (1 and 2) from holder (3).

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty aerial/antenna holders (1 and 2).

Release screws (1 and 2).

Release nuts (3) and remove bracket (4).

Installation: 

Make sure lugs (5) of underbody panelling run into guides on holder (4) at bottom.

Replacement: 

• Modify sheet nuts (3).
• Replace foam seal (4).

Installation: 

Catches (1) and guides (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (3).