Removing and installing (replacing) rear bumper panel (X5 M)
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove BOTH REAR LIGHTS .
CAUTION:
In order to guarantee the quality of the Driver Assistance functions in vehicles with concealed radar sensors, please read and comply with the following notes:
No labels may be attached in the radiation areas of the radar sensors.
The component may be painted if no radar sensors have been installed.
The following features can be used to identify whether radar sensors are installed on the vehicle:
Radar sensors are installed at the rear if the triangular warning light is located on the exterior mirror (in the mirror glass or on the mirror frame).
Radar sensors are installed at the front and rear if the triangular warning light is located on the exterior mirror (in the mirror glass or on the mirror frame) in conjunction with the optional equipment S5ATA or S5AUA.
Partially detach WHEEL ARCH FINISHER (1) in the area of the bumper trim panel.
Release screw (2).
Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .
No labels may be attached in the radiation areas of the radar sensors.
The component may be painted if no radar sensors have been installed.
The following features can be used to identify whether radar sensors are installed on the vehicle:
Radar sensors are installed at the rear if the triangular warning light is located on the exterior mirror (in the mirror glass or on the mirror frame).
Radar sensors are installed at the front and rear if the triangular warning light is located on the exterior mirror (in the mirror glass or on the mirror frame) in conjunction with the optional equipment S5ATA or S5AUA.
Partially detach WHEEL ARCH FINISHER (1) in the area of the bumper trim panel.
Release screw (2).
Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .
NOTE:
Carry out work on the right side in the same way as for the left side illustrated here.
Installation note:
Catches (1) must not be damaged or missing.
Replace faulty clips (2).
Water ingress!
Always install clips (2) with sealing ring.
Release screws (1) on left and right.
Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .
Undo screws (1) on bumper panel (2).
CAUTION:
Bumper trim panel Is fastened and must be unfastened for removal (risk of damage).
Removing:
- Starting from side area (1), carefully disengage Individual guide tabs on left and right.
- With the assistance of a second person, detach bumper trim panel rearwards from guides/catches (2) in a straight line.
- Disconnect all plug connections.
- Set bumper trim panel aside.
Replacement:
- Remount LOWER BUMPER PANEL .
- If necessary, remount ULTRASONIC SENSORS .