51 11... Repair of front bumper panels on front version with active pedestrian protection

To guarantee the active pedestrian protection function, the following notes must be observed.

Important notes: 

• If a Check Control message for active pedestrian protection is present, rectify the fault.
• Remove bumper panel.
• Attention:  Always renew all impact absorbers.
• Material application (including paint) is not to exceed 3 mm.
• Application of a metal reinforcement is not permitted.

General: 

• In general, the economic viability must be checked prior to the repair.
• Prerequisite for a professional repair:
  • Only slight deformation (without micro-cracks, as a rule visible in the paint)
  • Only slight damage e.g. scrapes, cracks and holes with a length not exceeding 2.5 cm
  • No damage (cracks) on the component edge.

Reshaping of plastic parts 

• A hot air blower can be used to reshape plastic parts.
• When deformation occurs on plastic parts, micro-cracks can be produced in the plastic. After reshaping and subsequent paintwork of the component, the cracks may still be visible on the surface for some time.
• The component must be replaced when micro-cracks are identifiable in the area of the deformation.

Bonding of plastic parts 

• A plastic repair box is offered (sourcing reference via BMW Parts Department) for inexpensive repair with fair time values.
• The procedure for repair of plastic parts is included in the plastic repair box.