How important are the side clips on an E9X rear bumper cover?

Thermobaric · 07-01-2017, 11:19 AM

Had to replace my rear bumper cover on my E92. I bought a used one in 'excellent condition'. I go to swap them over and those side rail clips that break if you don't slide the bumper away backwards when removing are broken. 3/4 on each side are damaged. Is this going to be an issue? I know it's not ideal but if they still work I could do without the hassle of returning and finding another.

Raahil · 07-03-2017, 07:44 AM

The bumper may not align properly when it is pushed into place, it will probably protrude slightly from where it meets the rear quarter

07-01-2017, 11:19 AM	#1
Thermobaric Captain 62 Rep 664 Posts Drives: BMW E92 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Bucks iTrader: (1)	How important are the side clips on an E9X rear bumper cover? Had to replace my rear bumper cover on my E92. I bought a used one in 'excellent condition'. I go to swap them over and those side rail clips that break if you don't slide the bumper away backwards when removing are broken. 3/4 on each side are damaged. Is this going to be an issue? I know it's not ideal but if they still work I could do without the hassle of returning and finding another.
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Raahil Second Lieutenant 57 Rep 232 Posts Drives: BMW 435d Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	The bumper may not align properly when it is pushed into place, it will probably protrude slightly from where it meets the rear quarter
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