51 14 011 Replacing rear BMW badge

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Special tools required:

00 9 323

IMPORTANT: The NOTES on component bonding with double-sided adhesive tape serve as the basis for this repair instruction and must be observed without fail.
The BMW badge must be replaced after it is removed.

Removing badge:

Heat BMW badge (1) with hot air blower and carefully lever out with special tool 00 9 323 .

Fig 1: Removing BMW Badge Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Fitting badge:

Installation note:

Grommets (1) must not be damaged.

Pull liner* off adhesive tape (2), position badge over guide pins (3) and press down firmly.

* Liner is the protective film on a new badge.

Fig 2: Identifying Grommets, Adhesive Tape And Guide Pins

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