51 12 156 Removing and installing (replacing) rear bumper panel
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS
- Remove NUMBER PLATE or NUMBER PLATE BASEPLATE .
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 12 3AZ .
Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover (2) on left/right.
Tightening torque 51 12 2AZ .
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 12 1AZ .
Release left/right latch mechanisms (3) from inside and unclip bumper panel (2) outwards.
Disconnect corresponding plug connections and remove bumper panel (2).
Installation note:
Latch mechanisms (3) must be properly fed into corresponding holder.
Adjustment, see BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
Replacement:
- Remount rear lights. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT REAR LIGHT (BUMPER PANEL) or REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT REAR LIGHT (BUMPER PANEL)
- Remount CAMERA
- Change over the COVER ON THE BUMPER TRIM PANEL
On replacement with PDC version:
Unlock latch mechanisms (1) in direction of arrow.
Pull ultrasonic sensor (2) out of bracket (3).
Installation note:
Before installation of ultrasonic sensor (2) on wiring harness, clean plug connection!
Retaining hooks of ultrasonic sensor (2) must engage exactly in mountings (1).
Make sure rubber ring is correctly fitted on ultrasonic sensor (2).