51 11 157 Replacing front bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with Park Distance Control (PDC):

Remove ultrasonic sensor.

Unclip wiring harness (1) at points (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Ultrasonic Sensor Wiring Harness Removal Points

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Install cover (2) for ornamental grille.

Fully remove bridges (1) from cover (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Ornamental Grille Cover And Bridge

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Mount cover (1) on bumper trim.

NOTE: Make sure component is correctly seated on latch mechanisms (2) and tabs (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Trim Cover, Latch Mechanisms And Tabs

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Fasten cover (1) with clamps (2).

NOTE: Clamps (2) must fully press cover (1) against bumper trim.

Fig 4: Identifying Bumper Trim Cover And Clamps

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