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Front Bumper Removal - DIY by mister_roger
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Thanks for a great guide, I used this when changing over my headlights.
I have one tip for anyone with headlamp washers - there's no need to remove the headlamp washer pipe, the pipe runs along the bottom of the bumper and is clipped at the bottom with metal clips. If you unclip the pipe from the metal clips that run along the bottom, this will allow you to remove the bumper without having to disconnect or clamp the pipes. Obviously this is only applicable if you're removing and refitting the same bumper to change the headlights or to gain access behind the bumper, If you need to completely detach the bumper then the washers will need to be detached as indicated in the thread.
I've never removed a bumper before and managed to do the whole job, including removing and refitting the headlights in 2.5 hours. Its really not that complicated.
One other thing the thread doesn't mention, but I found that some of the mounting screws had obviously not been removed since the car was built, so be prepared for a bit of elbow grease because they were fastened very tightly and took a little effort to unsrew.
Andrew.
I have one tip for anyone with headlamp washers - there's no need to remove the headlamp washer pipe, the pipe runs along the bottom of the bumper and is clipped at the bottom with metal clips. If you unclip the pipe from the metal clips that run along the bottom, this will allow you to remove the bumper without having to disconnect or clamp the pipes. Obviously this is only applicable if you're removing and refitting the same bumper to change the headlights or to gain access behind the bumper, If you need to completely detach the bumper then the washers will need to be detached as indicated in the thread.
I've never removed a bumper before and managed to do the whole job, including removing and refitting the headlights in 2.5 hours. Its really not that complicated.
One other thing the thread doesn't mention, but I found that some of the mounting screws had obviously not been removed since the car was built, so be prepared for a bit of elbow grease because they were fastened very tightly and took a little effort to unsrew.
Andrew.
Wow. This forum is psychic. Just got back from a wee drive and after staring at the front bumper for a long time, and checking the distance between the bumper and the wheel I have come to the conclusion that it's not fitted quite right. Spacers aren't helping, and it is some rubbing that's shown it up, but one side of the bumper is definitely sitting closer to the wheel than the other. Came on here, and this thread has been bumped from the past - how weird is that :?
So. Going to order some new side bumper clips and trim fastenings from BMW and have a pop at this next weekend
If it doesn't work then I may have to lose my front spacers, or at least get smaller ones
So. Going to order some new side bumper clips and trim fastenings from BMW and have a pop at this next weekend
If it doesn't work then I may have to lose my front spacers, or at least get smaller ones
I'll order them Monday...Managed to do this without breaking anything, so thanks to the OP :yeah:
I will post some photos later as the side clips were in a right state, and we're a b*tch to get off. It all sits a lot better with the new clips, but I don't think it will cure my rubbing issue entirely. I reckon that the front wing panel is not quite the right shape and that it dragging things down a bit. Took the car to my Indy for a look this morning and he reckons there is nothing mechanical they can do to sort it. Hair dryer won't work as it is ribbing right on the bend in the trim, not behind it. So I guess I need to live with it :x
:yeah: I will post some photos later as the side clips were in a right state, and we're a b*tch to get off. It all sits a lot better with the new clips, but I don't think it will cure my rubbing issue entirely. I reckon that the front wing panel is not quite the right shape and that it dragging things down a bit. Took the car to my Indy for a look this morning and he reckons there is nothing mechanical they can do to sort it. Hair dryer won't work as it is ribbing right on the bend in the trim, not behind it. So I guess I need to live with it :x
Great write up.
Today I replaced the clips on both sides and replaced the reflectors.
On doing this I found various screws and trim fastening missing, obviously from the last time the bumper was taken off, by the garage (anyone got any spare).
Also I was unable to unscrew two of the torque bolts under the bonnet due to be overly tightened and the teeth being chewed up. Anyone got any suggestions on how I could get these off, other than having to drill them out? As the bumper, is sitting too low and needs realigning.
Today I replaced the clips on both sides and replaced the reflectors.
On doing this I found various screws and trim fastening missing, obviously from the last time the bumper was taken off, by the garage (anyone got any spare).
Also I was unable to unscrew two of the torque bolts under the bonnet due to be overly tightened and the teeth being chewed up. Anyone got any suggestions on how I could get these off, other than having to drill them out? As the bumper, is sitting too low and needs realigning.
