51 11 060 Removing and installing/replacing support for front lower bumper cover

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove front BUMPER COVER

REMOVAL:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Detach holder of air duct (2) upwards out of support (3).

Remove carrier (3).

Fig 1: Detaching Holder Of Air Duct

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INSTALLATION:

Insert support (3).

Attach holder of air duct (2) in support (3).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 11 3AZ .

Fig 2: Detaching Holder Of Air Duct

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