51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

On vehicles from version 08/2010 (not R60/61):

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

Release screws (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Front Bumper Panel Expanding Rivets And Screws

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On vehicles with version up to 08/2010 (and R60/R61):

Release screws (1 and 2).

Pull bumper panel (3) slightly towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.

Disconnect plug connections, depending on version.

Remove bumper panel (3) towards the front with aid of a 2nd person.

Installation note:

Make sure foam insert is correctly positioned on support.

For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

Fig 2: Identifying Bumper Panel And Screws

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On vehicles from version 08/2010 (not R60/R61):

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.

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Panel, Expanding Rivet And Screws

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Installation note:

For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .