Removing and installing/replacing support for front bumper panel (M4 Coupe, M4 Convertible)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove front BUMPER PANEL .
• Remove impact absorber from support

Version with active pedestrian protection: 

• Remove impact absorber from support

A damaged impact absorber must not be reused.

Version with ACC: 

Release screws/blind rivet (1).

Installation note: 

Blind rivet nuts and associated screws are used as repair solution for defective threads or installed blind rivet.

Adhere to the NOTES on mounting blind rivet nuts.

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Only F82 GTS: 

Release screw (1) and remove holder (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 6AZ .

Replacement: 

Rework SUPPORT .

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Release screws (1) on left/right.

Tightening torque 51 11 4AZ .

Remove support (2) towards front.

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