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Removing the Front Bumper of the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Front bumper

Today, discover the steps to remove and replace the front bumper of the BMW 3 Series by following the instructions below. First, open the hood of your car and start unscrewing the mounting screws located at the top of the front bumper, also removing the headlight assemblies and disconnecting the electrical connectors. Next, unscrew the mounting screws located on both sides of the front wheel wells, as shown in the video. At this point, detach the bumper from the sides until it is completely removed, following the video tutorial to the end!

Updated on 15 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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