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) and screw (2) on wheel cover (3).

Release nut (4) and screws (5) on bracket (6).

Tightening torque 51 12 9AZ .

Remove bracket (6) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Identifying Expander Rivet And Wheel Cover With Screw

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Installation:

Following parts on bracket (3) must not be damaged or missing:

Sheet metal nut
Guides

Fig 2: Identifying Bracket, Sheet Metal Nut And Guides

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