51 11 180 Removing and installing/replacing trim grille in bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front bumper trim, refer to 51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM .

Version with headlight cleaning system:

If necessary, feed out hose (1) of headlight cleaning system.

Unhook catches (2) from trim grill (3).

Remove trim grill (3).

Installation:

Catches (2) on bumper trim (4) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Removing And Installing Grill

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Installation:

Ribs (1) and line arrangements (2) on trim grill must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Ribs And Line Arrangements On Trim Grill

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