51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM (up to 03/2010)

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Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1) on right and left on wheel arch trim (2).

Installation:

Make sure wheel arch trim (2) is in correct position.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws And Wheel Arch Trim

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Unclip bumper trim (1) at side at catch (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Bumper Trim

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage bumper trim when pulling off.

Release bumper trim (1) at catches (2).

Pull bumper trim (1) forwards slightly with a 2nd person helping;

if necessary, disconnect PDC plug connection in area (3).

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

Installation:

Height adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

Fig 5: Identifying Bumper Trim And Catches

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