41 34 041 Stripping Operations - Replacing Tail Panel

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2010 BMW 535xi, 2010 BMW 535i, 2009 BMW 535xi, 2009 BMW 535i, and 2008 BMW 535xi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence:

Remove bumper trim
Remove bumper carrier
Remove and install guide for bumper, rear center
Remove and install guide for bumper, rear left
Remove and install guide for bumper, rear right
Remove both rear lights
Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel
Upper tail panel trim
Remove and install rear lid striker
Remove left luggage compartment wheel arch trim
Remove right luggage compartment wheel arch panel
Remove and install battery
Release wiring harness on tail panel and tie to one side
Release rear lid seal