51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper panel

Release expanding rivets (1).

Release screws (2) and lever the cover (3) out of the bumper latch mechanism (4).

Installation note:

Replace expanding rivets (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Latch Mechanism And Expanding Rivets

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Release expanding rivets (1).

Installation note:

Replace expanding rivets (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Expanding Rivets

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Release screw (1).

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

Disconnect the plug connections for the number-plate light and/or ultrasonic sensor.

Remove the bumper panel (2).

Fig 3: Removing Bumper Panel

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