51 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for rear bumper trim

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Remove Rear Bumper Trim . Remove Trim On Tail Panel .

If necessary, unclip aerial (1) in area (2).

Release nuts (1) on left/right and remove carrier (2) straight towards rear. Tightening torque, see 51 12 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 1: Unclipping Aerial (1) In Area (2)

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Fig 2: Releasing Nuts (1) On Left/Right & Remove Carrier (2)

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