51 47 ... Removing and installing/replacing left or right underbody panelling: Overview

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW M3, 2009 BMW M3, and 2008 BMW M3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Work is shown on the E92/M3 by way of example.
There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.

Release screws (1 and 2).

Release plastic nuts (3).

Release expander rivet (4) and remove underbody panelling.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivet (4).

Make sure underbody panelling is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Faulty Expander Rivet

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Replacement:

Release expander rivets (1) and modify lip (2)

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1)

Fig 2: Identifying Expander Rivets And Modify Lip

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