51 11 179 Removing and installing/replacing upper grille of bumper trim

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

IMPORTANT: When releasing the retaining clips, only press on the area next to each clip in each case.

Release clips (1) securing outer section of upper grille (2) from bumper.

Inner section of grille is secured to front bumper with doublesided adhesive tape.

Lever off upper grille along inner section (3) and detach from front bumper.

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Grille Clips

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: New double-sided adhesive tape must be used for reinstallation. Remove rest of double-sided adhesive tape before installing front bumper and trim.