51 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing support for rear bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Feed out wiring harness (1).

Unclip holder (2) from support.

Fig 1: Identifying Wiring Harness And Holder

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Release nuts (1) and remove screws (2).

Release screws (3) and remove support (4).

Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Bumper Support, Nuts And Screws

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