51 11 180 Removing and installing/replacing trim grille for bumper trim (center)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove BASEPLATE FOR NUMBER/LICENSE PLATE
Remove TRIM GRILLE FOR BUMPER TRIM left and right

Unclip retaining lugs (2) and remove trim grille (1) by withdrawing forwards.

Installation note:

Retaining lugs (2) must not be damaged .

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Retaining Lugs And Trim Grille

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