Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

51 11 050 Removing And Installing/replacing Member (Cross-member) For Front Bumper Trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove underride protection

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.







Lever lower trim (3) out of guide (1).
Unlock catches (2) and remove trim (3) in direction of arrow.







Release cable ties (1).
Disconnect plug connections (2) for fanfare horns.







Release expander rivet (1) from fan impeller (2).







NOTE: For vertical adjustment, mark position of member (3).

Release screws (1).
Release nuts (2) and remove member (3) towards front.

Installation:
Height adjustment, refer to Gap dimensions, body.







Installation:
If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1).
Stud bolts (2) on member (3) must not be damaged.







Installation:
If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1) on member (6).

Replacement:
Release nut (3) and remove fanfare horns (2).

Version up to 10/03:
Release welding spots (4), remove holder (5) and protect bright metal plate against rusting.