51 12 825 Removing and installing/replacing guide for rear center bumper

Necessary preliminary tasks

Unclip outer support (1) and remove.

Installation:

Make sure support is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Outer Support

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If necessary, disconnect plug

connection (1) from aerial for comfort access.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Feed out guide (3) towards bottom.

Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection, Guide And Nuts

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