51 12... Removing and installing/replacing frame for rear fog lights left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR FOG LIGHT
• Remove rear bumper trim. See REMOVING REAR BUMPER PANEL (UNTIL PRODUCTION DATE 08/2010)  or REMOVING REAR BUMPER PANEL (FROM PRODUCTION DATE 08/2010) .

Loosen latch mechanisms (1) and remove frame.

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Latch Mechanisms

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