51 11 050 Removing And Installing/Replacing Carrier For Front Bumper Trim (M3/Lightweight Design)

Only on right side:

Release screw (1) for washer reservoir.

Fig 1: Removing Screw For Washer Reservoir

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Release screws (1) and pull right carrier (2) towards front slightly.

Installation: 

Observe tightening torque, refer to 51 11 4AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Fig 2: Releasing Carrier Retaining Screws

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If necessary, release metal screws (1) on left and right.

Fig 3: Locating Metal Screws On Left And Right

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Remove hose (1).

Disconnect plug connections (3).

Version With Headlight Cleaning System: 

Unlock hose (2) and detach.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connections

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Remove filler hose (1) from washer fluid reservoir (2).

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty O-ring (3).

Fig 5: Removing Filler Hose From Washer Fluid Reservoir

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Remove center section of bumper (carrier).

Installation: 

Distance (A) must be the same all around between the bumper and body cutout.

Measurement (A) = 5 +/- 1 mm.

Fig 6: Identifying Measurement Of Bumper Gap

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Release screws (1).

Remove washer fluid reservoir (2).

Fig 7: Locating Washer Fluid Reservoir Retaining Screws

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Release screws (1) and remove air horns (2).

Unclip wiring harness (3) and remove.

Fig 8: View Of Wiring Harness

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