51 47 491 Removing and installing/replacing rear underbody protection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front underbody protection

Release screws (1).

Press heat shield to one side.

Release screws (2) and remove rear underbody protection (3).

Fig 1: Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Underbody Protection

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Installation:

Center rear underbody protection (3), secure with screws (2) and then insert screws (1).