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Remove/install rear bumper - AR88.20-P-2200GK

MODEL 163.113 #A as of 289565, 163.113 #X as of 754620, 163.154 #A as of 289565, 163.128/157/175 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Bumper & Fasteners
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/Install    
1.1 Disconnect antenna connector of E-call emergency call system IMPORTANT Only with emergency call system E-Call, code 349.
The connector is located behind side flap on right C-pillar paneling at vehicle jacking point.
 
2 Remove panelings (1) IMPORTANT Do not damage paint. Do not break off clips.
SPECIAL TOOL Installation wedge
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3 Remove screws (2) TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA88.20-P-1008-01B 
4.1 Remove nut for dirt trap retaining strap from vehicle underbody IMPORTANT Only if present
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
*BA88.30-P-1004-01A 
5 Pull bumper toward rear and remove IMPORTANT Do not damage paint/wiring harness.
IMPORTANT Pull directly over clips (arrows) and detach from bracket
IMPORTANTInstallation:  Align bumper at tailgate and at taillamps
 
6.1 Remove rubber seal for E-call emergency call system antenna from body at right IMPORTANT Only with emergency call system E-Call, code 349.  
7.1 Detach connector from Parktronic system IMPORTANT Only with Parktronic system (PTS), code 220a.
IMPORTANT Remove left rubber seal from body.
 
8 Install in the reverse order    
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bumper

Number Designation Model 163
BA88.20-P-1008-01B Screw for rear bumper on mount Nm 8
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Detachable body components, underride guard

Number Designation Model 163 as of 1.9.01
BA88.30-P-1004-01A Nut for retaining strap on mud guard on vehicle underbody Nm 6
Fig 2: Identifying Long Wedge (115 589 03 59 00)
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