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E46 M3 (2001-2006) Engine: S54 - Max Hp: 333 hp at 7,900 rpm / 262 lb/ft at 4,900 rpm
Total Produced: 45,000+ - Years Produced: 2001 to 2006.

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Old Fri, Aug-20-2010, 12:04:41 AM   #1
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I've done a search but no help. I've removed 4 screws but couldn't find the other 2 that's in the trunk. I've removed all the screws that I can possibly remove but there is something still holding it in place. I can wiggle the bumper...

Any help is appreciated. Sorry for being a NooB...

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there are a total of 8 bolts in the trunk 4 bolts on each side.
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if you notice the 4 bolts are in a diamond shape i am not sure which ones you have removed. you will need to take off the center plastic piece where the trunk latches. it requries removing a few plastic pieces and you mind as well remove the battery plastic cover and the other plastic cover to the left. once all of these are removed the 8 screws are very easy to see (they are Perendicular to the tunk lining and toe hook)

Also dont forget to removed the inner bumper cover screws 3 on each side.

once this is done your bumper will come off like a glove.

call me if needed

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if you notice the 4 bolts are in a diamond shape i am not sure which ones you have removed. you will need to take off the center plastic piece where the trunk latches. it requries removing a few plastic pieces and you mind as well remove the battery plastic cover and the other plastic cover to the left. once all of these are removed the 8 screws are very easy to see (they are Perendicular to the tunk lining and toe hook)

Also dont forget to removed the inner bumper cover screws 3 on each side.

once this is done your bumper will come off like a glove.

call me if needed

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Thanks for the heads up. I didn't remove that cover where the trunk latches. I will do that tomorrow and I'll see where that will get me.

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***EDIT*** I found the other 2 bolts! Thanks for the help! ***EDIT***



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Anyone have any pics of this? Need to pull my bumper for a repaint....
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