51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Rear Lights On Side Panel on left/right

Lever out cover (1) and release screw underneath.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Bumper Cover

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NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Release screw (1).

Bend wheel arch trim (2) in area (A) to one side.

Release screw (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim And Screws

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Release screws (1 to 3).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Bumper Mounting Screws

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NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

IMPORTANT: Do not detach bumper trim (1) at sides (risk of damage).

Pull bumper trim (1) towards rear and release from catches (2 and 3).

Fig 4: Identifying Bumper Trim And Catches

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Version with PDC:

Disconnect plug connection for ultrasonic transducers.

Remove bumper trim (1) towards rear with aid of a 2nd person.