51 11 000 Removing and installing complete front bumper (Z3 Roadster, M Roadster)

Unfasten hexagon bolts (1) and Torx screws (2) at left/right.

Version without foglights and/or headlight cleaning system: Pull bumper forwards to remove.

Fig 1: Locating Hexagon Bolts And Torx Screws

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Version With Foglights: 

If necessary, remove left/right plug connection (1) from foglights.

Version With Headlight Cleaning System: 

If necessary, unfasten hose clip (2) and seal hose firmly.

Fig 2: Identifying Foglights Connection And Hose Clip

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Adjust Bumper: 

Ideal setting (dimension):

Transition (A) should be flush on left/right side.

(B) 5 mm (tolerance + 0.5/-1 mm).

(C) Transition from below 5 mm (tolerance + 1/-0.5 mm) upwards to 2.5 mm (tolerance + 0.5/-1 mm).

(D) 5 mm (tolerance + 1/-0.5 mm).

(E) 5 mm (tolerance + 1/-0.5 mm).

Fig 3: Adjusting Bumper

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Loosen nut (1) from wheel arch and adjust bracket (2).

Fig 4: Adjusting Bracket

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Loosen left/right hexagon bolts (1).

Loosen left/right screw (2).

Fig 5: Removing Left/Right Hexagon Bolts

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Height adjustment with fitted bumper:

Fit special tool 51 1 130 to standard extension (1) with reversible handle (2) and insert through bore (3) in bumper (4) of shock absorber (5).

Fig 6: Adjusting Bumper Height Using Special Tool

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Height of bumper (in front area) is now adjusted by turning socket head cap screw (1) in shock absorber (2).

Fig 7: Turning Socket Head Cap Screw In Shock Absorber

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