51 11 180 Removing and installing / replacing trim grille in bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Work shown as example for R56 up to 08/2010.

Remove outside temperature sensor (1).

Release catches (2) and remove grille (3).

Installation:

Catches on grille and bumper trim must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Outside Temperature Sensor, Catches And Grille

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