61 35 975 Removing and installing/replacing bumper aerial for Comfort Access

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM

Removal:

Disconnect connector (1).

Release latch mechanism.

Pull bumper aerial (2) out of bracket (3).

Fig 1: Pulling Bumper Aerial Out Of Bracket

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Installation:

Connect the connector (1).

Join bumper aerial (2) in bracket (3).

Installation note:

Ensure bumper aerial (2) engages correctly on bracket (3).

Fig 2: Pulling Bumper Aerial Out Of Bracket

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