51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper panel
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove FRONT GRILLE
- Remove COVER ON WHEEL ARCH from bumper trim
- Remove CENTER COVER
On vehicles from 08/2010:
Release the expanding rivets (1 and 2) according to the version.
Release screws (3).
On vehicles up to 08/2010:
Release screws (1 and 2).
Pull bumper panel (3) slightly towards front with aid of a 2nd person.
Disconnect plug connections, depending on version.
Remove bumper panel (3) towards front with aid of a 2nd person.
Installation note:
Make sure foam insert is correctly positioned on support.
For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
On vehicles from 08/2010:
Release screws (1 and 2).
Release expanding rivet (3).
Pull bumper panel (4) slightly towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.
Disconnect plug connections, depending on version.
Remove bumper panel (4) towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.
Installation note:
For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .