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51 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing support for rear bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release all nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 12 1AZ .

Remove support (2).

Installation note: 

Water ingress! 

Bolts for nuts (1) must be sealed with SEALANT 1 towards tail panel.

Replace gasket between support (2) and body every time after dismantling.

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Support Nuts
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