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R50/53 Front bumper adjustment R53

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Old May 6, 2016 | 08:29 AM
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Front bumper adjustment R53

Hello!

I installed a brand new Aero kit on my R53. The back bumper and the side skirts fitted perfectly without any adjustment.

I have a challenge with the front bumper though:
-The bonnet (driver side, at the corner of the radiator grill) touches the bumper (so it needs to go down)
-Both side (black wheel arches) have 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch between the bumper and the bonnet.

For the sides, I know there is an adjustment bolt, I have to loose it and lift the tab up. But what about the part I need to lower? I'm also afraid that if I lift the corner, it will tighten even more the part that is touching... Anybody as an idea?

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Old May 6, 2016 | 10:47 AM
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There's a Youtube of two guys demonstrating putting into service mode and they show the adjustment. Dont have the link but is it out there.
 
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Old May 6, 2016 | 10:49 AM
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They show the bolt at 4:25

 
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