86 10... Removing rear supports and bracket

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 12 other vehicles, including the 2013 BMW 135i, 2013 BMW 128i, 2012 BMW 135i, 2012 BMW 128i, and 2011 BMW 135i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release screws (1) and remove rear support (2) from bracket (3).

Installation:

Tightening Torque,

refer to 86 10 26AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Support And Bracket

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove cable holders (1) from bracket (2). Release screws (3) on left and right sides of bracket (2). Drill out rivets (4) from underside of platform. Drill out rivets (5) from upper side of platform.

Installation:

Tightening Torque,

refer to 86 10 27AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM

Fig 2: Identifying Cable Holders, Bracket And Rivets

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation:

Feed cable for rear light (1) through opening (2). Fit cable holders (4) in holes (3).

Fig 3: Installing Cable For Rear Light

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.