51 11 060 Removing and installing/replacing support for front bottom bumper panel

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW 550i GT, 2012 BMW 550i GT, 2011 BMW 550i GT, and 2010 BMW 550i GT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks: Remove front bumper panel .

Version with ACC: Drill out blind rivet (1).

Fig 1: Drilling Out Blind Rivet

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Undo bolts (2) on left and right on cross-member (1). Tightening torque 51 11 5AZ . Remove carrier (1).

Fig 2: Removing Carrier

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.