51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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

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.

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Panel Screws

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

For adjustment, refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .