51 13 001 Removing and installing/replacing front radiator grille, middle left or right

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove engine compartment lid seal in working area. See 51 76 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR ENGINE HOOD/BONNET SEAL .

Version with night vision:

Release camera fixing screw (1) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Camera Fixing Screw

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Press middle front radiator grille (1) upwards and pull in direction of arrow towards front.

Fig 2: Pressing Front Radiator Grille

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Version with night vision:

Release plug connection (2) and high-pressure nozzle line (3) on night vision camera (1) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And High Pressure Nozzle Line

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Installation note:

All catches and guides on middle front radiator grille must not be damaged.

Press on chrome ring to push front radiator grille (2) into bumper trim.

Fixtures (1) must engage correctly.

Fig 4: Pushing Front Radiator Grille

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Replacement:

If necessary, remove NIGHT VISION CAMERA .