51 11 182 Removing and installing/replacing ornamental grille at top of bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT BUMPER PANEL 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

If necessary, carefully feed out cable and, if necessary, hose pipe for headlight cleaning system.

Release latch mechanisms along line (2) and remove ornamental grille (3).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 1: Identifying Ornamental Grille And Plug Connection

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Replacement: 

Remount PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SENSOR .