51 12 828 Removing and installing/replacing guide for bumper, rear left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove SUPPORT FOR BUMPER AT REAR 

Removal: 

Release screw (1).

Fig 1: Locating Screw

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Detach cable (2) and remove guide (3).

Fig 2: Cable, Guide And Nuts

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Installation: 

Place guide (3) and fix with nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 12 2AZ .

Attach cable (2).

Fig 3: Cable, Guide And Nuts

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Tighten screw (1).

Fig 4: Locating Screw

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