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51 11... Removing and installing/replacing holder for side view camera on left or right
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove side view video camera.
- Pull side view video camera holder off bumper with a suitable tool (holder is secured with double-sided adhesive tape.)
- New holder is painted in vehicle colour.
General remarks on working with adhesive film (1):
If adhesive films exhibit partly detached protective film on delivery, they must not be bonded.
Store adhesive films at 5 °C to 40 °C.
Bonding at room and object temperature 25° ± 5° C.
Temperatures between 40 and 50 °C significantly increase initial adhesion.
Installation note: Identification (2) indicates on which side of the vehicle holder (1) is bonded in place. For installation position observe shape of holder (1).
Degrease adhesive area on bumper and holder with solvent (e. g. cleaning agent R2, see BMW Parts Department) and remove other residue as well. Never use paint thinner!
First apply adhesive film to holder.
Then press onto inside of bumper by applying force (approx. 10 kg) for at least 1 minute.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.