51 11 130 Removing and installing/replacing straightening attachment for front bumper

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Remove front bumper trim. Refer to 51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM .

Unscrew bolt (1) and remove straightening attachment (2) from front end module.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 11 5AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .

Fig 1: Identifying Straightening Attachment On Front End Module

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Adjust front bumper to fit. Refer to 51 11 507 ADJUSTING FRONT BUMPER LATERALLY .