51 12 070 Replace the center spoiler on rear bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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

Release catches (1) and remove spoiler (2).

Installation note: 

Catches (1) on spoiler and bumper panel must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Catches On Spoiler

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Version with PDC: 

Modify all ultrasonic sensors.

Expand latch mechanisms (1) and remove ultrasonic sensor (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Ultrasonic Sensor

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