51 12 000 Removing and installing complete rear bumper (HP)

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Unclip cover (1) with assembly wedge (2) and unhook in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Unclipping Cover With Assembly Wedge And Unhook

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Release screws (1) on left and right.

Lift out wheel arch trim (2) on left and right.

Fig 2: Lifting Out Wheel Arch Trim On Left And Right

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Release nuts (1) on left and right.

Installation:

Observe tightening torque, see 51 12 3AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 3: Releasing Nuts On Left And Right

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Open rear lids.

Version with PDC option:

Disconnect plug connection (1) in area (2).

Pull off bumper (3) slightly towards rear, feed out PDC wiring harness in area (2).

Remove bumper (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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