51 11 157 Replacing front bumper trim

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove front bumper trim.  

If necessary, modify outside-temperature sensor (1) with lead (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Outside-Temperature Sensor And Lead

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Modify Locator lights. See 63 17 090 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT POSITION LIGHT or 63 17 092 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT POSITION LIGHT .

Modify position light/fog lamp insert  on left and right. See FOG LIGHTS, AUXILIARY .

Modify trim grille   .

Modify bumper trim panel   on left and right.

Modify spoiler   .

Modify license plate. 

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Trim Grille

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