51 12 090 Removing and installing/replacing ornamental grille in bumper trim (Cooper S/SD)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear BUMPER PANEL 

Release latch mechanisms (1) and remove ornamental grille (2).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged.

Replacement: 

• Remove REAR FOG LIGHT (3)

Version after 08/2010: 

• Remove FRAME FOR REAR FOG LIGHTS
  Fig 1: Identifying Frame For Rear Fog Lights

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.