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F55/F56 Can I add the chrome line exterior (4 pcs) myself?

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Old May 8, 2014 | 09:55 AM
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Can I add the chrome line exterior (4 pcs) myself?

The chrome line exterior is comprised of the two chrome brake ducts, a small trim around the inside edge of bumper, and the chrome piece covering the rear hatch button and license plate bulbs.

Can I change out the rear hatch piece without a lot of fuss? I'd have to transfer the mini badge over of course. I'd like to do the whole pkg so it looks factory.

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Old May 8, 2014 | 03:26 PM
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Where would you buy it?
 
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Old May 8, 2014 | 04:37 PM
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Dealer parts counter. They have the diagrams and part numbers. Question is could I apply the part on the hatch door.
 
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Old May 8, 2014 | 04:55 PM
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Chanp. That was an easy change on the R56. Remove the interior trim and unbolt from the inside.
 
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Old May 14, 2014 | 06:46 AM
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Thanks to someone that posted a link to a parts diagram page, I have found the parts I need to add the 4pcs of chrome trim that makes up the "Chrome Line Exterior" option. I haven't contacted the parts counter for $$$ yet so I don't know my pain points for cost yet.

Chrome Brake Duct Covers: (diagram reference to part#11 left & right in chrome)
http://www.etk.cc/bmw/EN/search/sele.../56286/51_9306

Tailgate locking system (part #1 in chrome w/o reversing camera in my case)
http://www.etk.cc/bmw/EN/search/sele.../56286/41_2290

Rear Bumper Trim Panel (Non JCW) Part #4 in chrome
http://www.etk.cc/bmw/EN/search/sele.../56286/51_9198


Hope this helps someone asking the "can I add it later" question.
 
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