51 11 156 Removing And Installing Front Bumper Panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT GRILLE 
• Remove COVER ON WHEEL ARCH  from bumper trim

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1 and 2).

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

Disconnect plug connections, depending on version.

Remove bumper trim (3) towards front with aid of a 2nd person.

Installation: 

Check body gap dimensions and adjustment as necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Trim

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