51 12 812 Replacing left (right) deformation element

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Left side:

Release screw (1) and allow sensor (2) to hang downwards.

Installation note:

Ensure that the holder (3) is correctly positioned.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder, Screw And Allow Sensor

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 12 6AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Bumper Screws

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Release screws (1) and pull out deformation element (2).

Tightening torque 51 12 7AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Deformation Element And Screws

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