51 12 070 Replace the center spoiler on rear bumper panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove BUMPER PANEL

Release expanding rivets (1) on left/right.

Release all catches (2) and remove spoiler (3).

Installation note:

Replace expanding rivets (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Catches And Expanding Rivets

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) on spoiler (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanisms On Spoiler

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