51 11 183 Removing and installing (replacing) ornamental grille for bumper panel (side), Sport Line

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release and remove trim strip (1) at the marked latch mechanisms (2) from the rear.

Fig 1: Bumper Panel Ornamental Grille Trim Strip And Latch Mechanisms

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release ornamental grille (1) at latch mechanisms (2) and pull out of bumper panel (3).

Fig 2: Ornamental Grille, Latch Mechanisms And Bumper Panel

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (arrow) at ornamental grille (1) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 3: Ornamental Grille Latch Mechanisms

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement only:

Disengage and remount trims (1) of ornamental grille (2).

Fig 4: Ornamental Grille Trims

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.