51 13 035 Removing and installing / replacing grille on side panel on left or right (M5)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER on left or right.

Compress clips (1) and slide grille (2) outwards slightly.

Compress clips (3) and remove grille (2) outwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Grille And Clips

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Installation:

Insert grille (1) straight in side panel.

Replacement:

If necessary, remove emblem (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Grille And Emblem

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