51 12 828 Removing and installing/replacing left or right guide for rear bumper

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear BUMPER TRIM 

Detach wiring harness (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove guide for bumper (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Bumper With Wiring Harness And Screws

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