51 12 828 Removing and installing/replacing guide for bumper, rear left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR BUMPER

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Version with TV function:

Feed aerial/antenna (1) out of guides (3) and through opening (2).

Installation note:

Make sure aerial/antenna is laid correctly.

Fig 1: Identifying Aerial/Antenna And Guides With Opening

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Unscrew nuts (3).

Take off holder (4).

Tightening torque 51 12 3AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Holder, Nuts And Screws

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Installation note:

Guides in area (A) of bracket (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Bracket And Guiding Area

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