Unscrew and remove license plate

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Remove complete front bumper.

Replace center section (support member) of front bumper:

Unfasten screws (1) and remove license plate baseplate (2).

Fig 1: Removing License Plate Baseplate

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Version with headlight cleaning system:

Lift out detent (1) and remove hose connection (2).

Unfasten nut (3).

Remove spray nozzle (4) and left/right clamping ring (5).

Fig 2: Removing Headlight Cleaning Components

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Version with headlight cleaning system: