51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper trim (until 08/2010)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove TRIM ON WHEEL ARCH  from bumper trim

Release clip (1) on left and right.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Bumper Trim Clip

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Release screw (2).

R56: 

Also release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Screws

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Undo screws (1 and 2)

Pull off bumper trim (3) slightly towards rear with aid of a 2nd person.

Disconnect plug connections for rear fog light/ultrasonic sensor.

Remove bumper trim (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Trim With Mounting Screws

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