51 13 035 Removing and installing/replacing left or right ornamental grille on side wall

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 50 other vehicles, including the 2016 BMW M5, 2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5, 2016 BMW 550i xDrive, 2016 BMW 550i, and 2016 BMW 535i xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

64 1 020

Press ornamental grille (1) to the rear/top.

Release latch mechanisms (2) with special tool 64 1 020 and remove ornamental grille (1) to the bottom.

Unlock plug connection on side repeater and disconnect.

Fig 1: Releasing Latch Mechanisms Using Special Tool (64 1 020)

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note:

Latch mechanisms on ornamental grille must not be damaged.

Replacement:

Release screw (1) and remove side repeater (2).

Fig 2: Locating Side Repeater Screw

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.