51 12 801 Replacing bracket for rear bumper at left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear bumper trim .

Release expander rivet (1) on wheel cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Expander Rivet On Wheel Cover

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Release screw (1) and nut (2) and remove holder (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Holder

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Installation:

Catches (1) on holder (3) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty metal nut (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Holder

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