51 11 370 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right trim strip

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Unclip trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 317 from bumper trim (2) and remove towards front.

Installation note:

Retaining lugs on trim strip (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Removing Trim Strip From Bumper Trim Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Vehicles after 07/2012:

Tape off bumper panel in the working area.

Unclip trim strip (1) from the bumper panel using special tool 00 9 317 and remove to the front.

Installation note:

First feed in trim strip (1) with guide (2) into bumper panel, then clip in.

Latch mechanisms on trim strip (1) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 2: Removing Bumper Panel Trim Strip Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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