51 13 001 Removing and installing/replacing front radiator grille, middle left or right

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Open hood.

Lever out catches (1) on left/right and (2) at bottom.

Fig 1: Levering Out Catches On Left/Right And At Bottom

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Front radiator grill (3) is movable.

Feed out front radiator grill (1) from lever (2) and engine hood.

Fig 2: Feeding Out Front Radiator Grill From Lever And Engine Hood

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After removal, lever out upper catches (3) and detach inner section from chrome ring.

Installation:

Retaining lugs (1) and catches (2) on inner section (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Lugs (1) And Catches (2) On Inner Section (3)

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guides (2) on chrome ring (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Catches And Guides On Chrome Ring

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Installation:

Assemble chrome ring (1) and inner section (2).

Fig 5: Assembling Chrome Ring And Inner Section

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Ensure correct locking.

Installation:

Press on chrome ring to push front radiator grill (1) into engine hood.

Fig 6: Pressing On Chrome Ring To Pushing Front Radiator Grill Into Engine Hood

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The supports (2) must lock correctly.