51 12 162 Removing and installing/replacing rear bottom middle bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRIM FOR BUMPER TRIM

Release expansion rivet (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Expansion Rivet

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Version with Park Distance Control (PDC):

Remove STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ON RIGHT .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Feed through cable (2) with grommet (3) in outward direction.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Unclamp lower section (3) and remove.

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Trim Lower Section And Mounting Screws

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged.

Replacement:

Remove ultrasonic sensors. See REAR MIDDLE LEFT SENSOR and REAR MIDDLE RIGHT SENSOR .
Remove wiring harness

Fig 4: Identifying Latch Mechanisms
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