Overhaul

51 12 001 Replacing Rear Bumper (Convertible/Coupe)

Replacing rear bumper center section (carrier) (51 12 011):
Remove complete rear bumper.

Convertible with TV only:
Remove TV bumper antenna.







Release expansion rivets (1) and remove bumper center section (2) (carrier).

NOTE: Shock absorbers are not on carrier.







Installation:
Make sure nut (1) is properly fitted in carrier (2).

NOTE: The work for "Replacing rear bumper center section (carrier)" (51 12 011) ends here.

Replacing rear bumper trim (51 12 157) and replacing rear bumper (51 12 001):
Remove reflecting tail light from rear bumper.







Unclip cover (2) for towing attachment from opening (1).
Lift out retaining strap (3) and remove cover (2)