51 11 180 Removing And Installing/Replacing Ornamental Grille In Bumper Panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version up to 08/2010: 

• Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM 

Version from 08/2010: 

• Remove CENTER COVER 

If necessary, remove outside temperature sensor (1).

Release latch mechanisms (2) and remove ornamental grille (3).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms on grille and bumper panel must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Outside Temperature Sensor, Catches And Grille

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in the case of replacement and appropriate version: 

• Modify LEFT AND RIGHT FRAME OF AIR INLET FOR BRAKE AIR DUCT