51 11 164 Removing and installing/replacing trim for bumper trim on left or right

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Special tools required:

00 9 322 . See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS -- S CLUBMAN .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove holder for license plate

Unclip trim (1) with special tool 00 9 322.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 322)

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guides (2) on trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Guides On Trim

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Replacement:

If necessary, fit or modify trim ring (1)

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Ring

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