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51 11 181 Removing and installing/replacing finisher rod on trim grille for front bumper trim

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NOTE:

Release catches (1 and 2) from left to right.

Release catches (1) with special tool 00 9 322 from outside.

Release catches (2).

Remove finisher rod (3).

Installation 

Catches (1 and 2) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Finisher Rod And Catches
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