51 12 156 Removing and installing/replacing rear bumper trim: Notes

IMPORTANT: To ensure effective operation of the LANE CHANGE WARNING SENSOR (HC2 sensor):

there must be no mechanical damage (e.g. dents) and no body repair work with filler or painting (several coats) must be carried out in a 10 cm radius about the left or right sensor on the bumper panel
no stickers must be attached in the area of the sensor

Necessary preliminary work:

Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover at rear (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Wheel Arch Cover With Screws

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Raise rear light cover (1).

Lever out left expanding rivet (2) underneath.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Light Cover And Rivet

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Release screws (1).

If necessary, remove exhaust system trims (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust System Trims With Screws

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IMPORTANT: Bumper trim (1) is locked at sides in mounting holder (2) and must be unlocked for removal purposes (risk of damage).