51 11 185 Removing and installing/replacing side ornamental grille in bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove BUMPER TRIM

Release catches (3).

Disconnect plug connections (1) and (2).

Remove trim grille (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Trim Grille, Catches And Plug Connection

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Installation note:

Catches (1) and guides (2) must not be damaged.

Replacement:

Reinstall temperature sensor (2) and ultrasonic sensor (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Temperature Sensor And Ultrasonic Sensor

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