Remove/Install Front Bumper - AR88.20-P-2000RG

Model 190 

Shown on model 190.3 except code M030 (GT R version) and except code M032 (Black series version) 

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Shown on model 190.3 except code M030 (GTR version and except code M032 (Black series version) 

Shown on model 190 with code M030 (GT R version) and except code M032 (Black series version) 

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	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
	Risk of injury  caused by fingers being jammed or pinched when removing, installing or aligning hoods, doors, trunk lid/rear-end door or sliding roof.	No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating area when the components are moving.	AS00.00-Z-0011-01A
Notice	Notes on working in engine compartment		AH60.00-P-0042-01RG
Notice	General information on the impact absorber		AH88.20-P-1000-01A
Notice	Notes on preventing damage to electronic components due to a magnetic tool		AH54.00-P-0002-01A
Notice	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
	Remove/install
1	Open engine hood and position upright.		AR88.40-P-1000RG
2	Remove lower engine compartment lining	Model 190.381	AR61.20-P-1105RGB
		Model 190 (except 190.381) Only remove front section.	AR61.20-P-1105RG
3	Release and disconnect the electrical connector from the front bumper parking system (X26/27).
4	Detach the front section of the fender liner (3) in the fender.	Model 190 with code M032 (Black Series version)	AR88.10-P-1300RGB
		Model 190 except code M032 (Black Series version) Loosen only until bolts (2) are accessible.	AR88.10-P-1300RG
5	Remove screws (2) on the left and right side of vehicle.
6	Unscrew the screws (5) on the left and right side of the vehicle.
7	Remove screws (6).
8	Guide the front bumper (1) out of the left and right holder and remove.	Aid of helper required.
9	Install in the reverse order.
	Check
10	Check gaps.		AR60.00-P-0700-01RG
		Gap dimension, fender to bumper lamp unit	*BE60.00-P-1005-01EA
		Gap dimension, lamp unit to bumper	*BE60.00-P-1004-01EA
		Gap dimension, engine hood to bumper	*BE60.00-P-1001-01EA
		Feeler gauge If a problem occurs, ↓ Adjust bumper (1).	Fig 1
			AR88.20-P-2001RG

Fig 1: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)

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