Removing and installing front bumper panel (4' Series Coupe/Convertible, 4' Series Gran Coupe Sedan)

Installation note: 

Feed bumper panel (1) correctly into clamps (2).

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Release screws (1) and expanding rivet, if applicable, on bumper panel (2).

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Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover (2) on left/right.

Lift out wheel arch cover (2) at side.

Installation note: 

Make sure wheel arch cover (2) is in correct position.

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Release screws (1) on left/right.

Tightening torque 51 11 11AZ .

Pull bumper panel (2) forwards a little.

Unlock and detach plug connections on the following components depending on the version.

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• Ultrasonic sensors PDC (right wiring harness)
• Pedestrian protection sensor (right and right wiring harness)
• Ultrasonic sensors for parking maneuvering assistant (left/right)
• Fog light (left/right)
• ACC sensor (middle)
• Side View Camera (left/right)

If necessary, unlock and detach hose pipe for headlight cleaning system and lay down on top.

Remove bumper panel (2) towards front.

Version with M Aerodynamics package: 

Unfasten mount (1) from catch (2).

Remove bumper trim panel forwards.

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Installation note: 

Feed support (1) out toward the bottom and insert from the top in the first retaining lug.

After the bumper panel has been removed, push the support (1) down until it is placed on the support.

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