51 11 152 Remove and install/replace the center spoiler on bumper panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BUMPER PANEL

Release left and right expanding rivets (1).

Installation note:

Replace expanding rivets.

Fig 1: Identifying Left And Right Expanding Rivets

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Release catches (1) and remove spoiler (2).

Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Spoiler And Catches

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Replacement:

Modify air guide(s)