BMW 1 Series - F40 (2019–present) Front Bumper Removal
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Here's how to remove the front bumper cover.
2 – Partially remove both front wheel arch covers
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
▶ Partially remove front wheel arch cover.
Loosen screws (1).
Fold the front wheel arch trim panel to one side.
3 – Partially removing the temperature sensor
Unclip temperature sensor (1) to the inside out of the bumper panel.
4 – If installed: Disconnecting plug connection (additional work with Park Distance Control (PDC))
Disengage plug connection (1) on vehicle on right and disconnect.
5 – If installed: Disconnecting plug connection (additional work in Park Assist)
Perform the operations on the left and right side.
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
6 – Remove front bumper panel
Perform the operations on the left and right side.
Loosen screws (1).
Perform the operations on the left and right side.
Release wiring harness (1) with the holders (2) .
Loosen screws (1).
Loosen screws (1).
Insert suitable screwdriver through the holes of the air flap control into the cover of the upper air flap control.
Loosen front bumper trim panel with centre ornamental grille(1) and latch mechanisms(2) towards the front, out of the upper air flap control.
Remove the front bumper panel.
Remove screwdriver out of the cover of the upper air flap control and upper air flap control.