51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT GRILLE 
• Remove COVER ON WHEEL ARCH  from bumper panel
• Remove CENTER COVER 

Release the expanding rivets (1 and 2) according to the version.

Release screws (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Expanding Rivets And Screws

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Release expanding rivet (3).

Pull bumper panel (4) slightly towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.

Disconnect plug connections, depending on version.

Remove bumper panel (4) towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.

Installation note: 

Fig 2: Identifying Expanding Rivet, Screws And Bumper Panel

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For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .