51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove left/right Rear Light

Lever out cover (1) and release screw underneath.

Fig 1: Rear Bumper Trim Cover

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Release screw (1) on left/right.

Bend wheel arch trim (2) in area (A) to one side and release screw (3) on left/right.

Fig 2: Wheel Arch Trim, Screws And Retaining Area

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Release screws (1 to 3).

Fig 3: Rear Bumper Trim Retaining Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage

Do not detach bumper trim (1) at sides

The following work must be carried out with a second person assisting:

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

Fig 4: Rear Bumper Trim, Catches And Removal Direction

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Press down catch (2).

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

If necessary, disconnect plug connection on ultrasonic transducers.

Fig 5: Catch And Bumper Trim

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