51 11 773 Replacing front lower left or right deformation element

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove BUMPER PANEL 

Partially detach FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION  and release bolt (1) from bottom side cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Protection Bolt

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Release screws (1).

If necessary, pull out outside temperature sensor (2).

Feed out air duct (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Outside Temperature Sensor

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Release screw in area (A) on rear side of auxiliary radiator (1).

Detach auxiliary radiator (1) from holder (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Auxiliary Radiator Holder

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Secure engine oil cooler (1) against falling out.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 17 22 5AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Engine Oil Cooler Screws

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Release screws (1) on vertical connection (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Bumper Vertical Connection And Screw

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Release bolt (1) on front axle support adapter plate (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 6AZ .

Remove deformation element (3).

Fig 6: Identifying Front Axle Support Adapter Plate, Element And Bolt

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove SUPPORT FOR BUMPER PANEL AT FRONT BOTTOM 

Partially detach FRONT ENGINE UNDERCOVER  and remove screw (1) from bottom cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Protection Bolt

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Release screws (2) on brake air duct (1).

Remove brake air duct (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Brake Air Duct

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Release screws (1) on vertical connection (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Vertical Connection And Screw

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Release bolt (1) on front axle support adapter plate (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 6AZ .

Remove deformation element (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Front Axle Support Adapter Plate, Element And Bolt

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