51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper trim
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.
Special tools required
NOTE:
For special tools, refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS - 645CI (E63)
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- 00 9 317
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Partially remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim on left, refer to 51 47 151 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
- Remove license plate, refer to 51 11 ... INSTALLING/REPLACING LICENSE PLATE (WITHOUT BASE) .
NOTE:
The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.
Release screws (1) on wheel arch trim (2).
Release expander rivet (1) on bumper trim (2).
Release expander rivet (1) on guide (2).
Unclip guide (2) with special tool 00 9 317 from bumper trim (3).
Disconnect plug connection (1) and feed out wiring harness with cable grommet (2) in direction of arrow.
Release expander rivets (1) on bumper trim (2).
Unclip bumper trim (2) to side panel outwards.
Remove bumper trim (2) towards rear (with aid of a 2nd person).