51 12 156 Removing and installing (replacing) rear bumper panel

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The rear lights must be removed to remove the bumper panel!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover (2) on left/right.

Fig 1: Wheel Arch Cover And Screws

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Fold back wheel arch cover (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 51 12 4AZ .

Fig 2: Wheel Arch Cover And Screw

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Release screws (1) and (2).

Fig 3: Bumper Panel Screws

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IMPORTANT: Bumper panel (1) is locked on sides and must be unlocked for removal purposes (risk of damage).

Fig 4: Removing Bumper Panel

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Removing:

Starting in area (2), carefully disengage individual guide tabs on left and right.
Repeat process for area (3).
Pull bumper panel (1) straight towards rear with aid of a second person.
Disconnect all plug connections.
Remove the bumper.

Installation note:

Latch mechanisms and guides (1) must not be damaged or missing.

If necessary, replace faulty sheet metal nuts left/right.

Fig 5: Bumper Panel And Guides

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Replacement (depending on equipment):

Remount REAR REFLECTORS
Remount the cover for the towing eye
Remount the number plate
Punch HOLES FOR ULTRASONIC SENSORS
Install HOLDER FOR ULTRASONIC SENSORS

Fig 6: Bumper Panel Screws
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