51 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing support for front bumper

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front BUMPER PANEL
Remove impact absorber from support

Removal:

Release screws (1).

Release screw (2) and remove associated holder from below.

Loosen screws (3).

Release screw (4) from fanfare holder.

Feed out support (5) towards remove.

Fig 1: Front Bumper Support And Screws

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Installation:

Replacement:

Release screw (1) on left and right.

Remount holder (2).

Fig 2: Holder And Screw

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Insert support (5).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 11 8AZ .

Tighten down screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ .

Tighten down screws (3, 4).

Fig 3: Front Bumper Support And Screws

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