51 47 491 Removing and installing/replacing rear underbody protection

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NOTE: Illustration created using X5 3.0i as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1) and remove underbody protection (2).

Installation note:

Center underbody protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Protection And Screws

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