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How to Remove the Rear Bumper of the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Rear bumper

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Below are the main instructions on how to remove and replace the rear bumper of the BMW 3 Series. First, open the rear hatch of the vehicle and start unscrewing all the mounting screws located above and below the bumper; unscrew the additional screws found on both sides of the rear wheel wells, as shown in the video.

At this point, gently detach the bumper from the sides until it is completely removed, replacing it with the new one if necessary; securely attach it to the body using all the original screws and clips, following the video tutorial to the end!


Posted on 4 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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