51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper trim (from 10/03)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, and 2001 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (3.0i) .

Special Tools Required:

00 9 317

Lever out catches (1) on trim (2) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Lever out trim (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Locating Catches On Front Bumper Trim

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Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: View Of Catches On Front Bumper Trim

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Release screws (1) on left/right and lift out wheel arch finishers (2) at side.

Fig 3: Locating Wheel Arch Finishers Retaining Screws

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Raise hood lid.

Release screws (1) on left/right.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws On Left And Right

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Release screws (1) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 5: Removing Screws On Bumper Trim

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage bumper trim when pulling off.

Pull bumper trim (1).

In direction of travel to unlock catches on holder.
Pull off outwards from holder.

Fig 6: Removing Bumper Trim

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Version Without Headlight Cleaning System:

Pull bumper trim (1) forwards a little.

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on ultrasonic sensors and/or front fog lamps. Remove bumper trim (1) towards front.

Version With Headlight Cleaning System:

NOTE: Have a rubber plug on hand.

If necessary, pull bumper trim (3) forwards a little. Unlock hose (1), detach and seal pump outlet (2).

Fig 7: Identifying Hose And Pump Outlet

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Remove bumper trim (1) towards front.

Installation:

Tabs (1) on bumper trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 8: Locating Tabs On Bumper Trim

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty retainers (1) in carrier (2).

Fig 9: View Of Carrier Retainers

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