Removing and installing/replacing left or right deformation element for front bumper panel (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon, 330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)
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Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove SUPPORT for front bumper panel
- Remove the SUPPORT for the front bottom bumper panel
- Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 23 1AZ .
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 51 11 14AZ .
Lay the engine compartment lock (3) on the top.
Disconnect plug connection and cable clip from fanfare if necessary.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 51 11 7AZ .
Loosen screws (3).
Tightening torque 51 11 3AZ .
Release screw (4).
Tightening torque 51 11 6AZ .
Detach deformation element (2) from air duct in area (A) and feed out.
Replacement:
Release screws (1) on both sides and remove bracket (2).
Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .
Release screws (3) and remove lower deformation element.
Tightening torque 51 11 5AZ .
When replacing lower deformation element:
Release blind rivet from damper (4).