Bumper Fastener to Fender: What is it?

[Satcho]

ZHP Members:

I need to know what type of fastener connects the bumper to the fender at the wheel well. Someone had previous just need an ordinary screw which was not holding it in place properly.

I purchased the hardware kit but there are no instructions provided; RealOEM.com does does delineate which one; and various YouTube video skip over this particular fastener.

From the RealOEM picture it is likely either 17, 18 or 14/16.

Can someone help me?38473

[Galapolis]

Bumper to fender liner are just screws, there should be 3 on the inside of each wheel well (although only the outer one actually goes into the bumper) and I believe one or two below the bumper.

This is the part number: https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-6556-genuine-bmw-hex-head-screw-with-washer-07147129160/

I recently redid my front bumper and ordered a couple of those as well. Alternatively you can also grab a few from the junkyard.

Also, make sure that all the c-clips are in place: https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-21662-genuine-bmw-sheet-metal-nut-self-lockin/

[Satcho]

Bumper to fender liner are just screws, there should be 3 on the inside of each wheel well (although only the outer one actually goes into the bumper) and I believe one or two below the bumper.

This is the part number: https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-6556-genuine-bmw-hex-head-screw-with-washer-07147129160/

I recently redid my front bumper and ordered a couple of those as well. Alternatively you can also grab a few from the junkyard.

Also, make sure that all the c-clips are in place: https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-21662-genuine-bmw-sheet-metal-nut-self-lockin/

I am not referring to liner rather the actual bumper cover (on the end at the wheel well) where is connects to the fender. I purchased a bumper hardware kit [part# 51 11 2 293 995] from ECS Tuning.

[Galapolis]

I am not referring to liner rather the actual bumper cover (on the end at the wheel well) where is connects to the fender. I purchased a bumper hardware kit [part# 51 11 2 293 995] from ECS Tuning.

Not sure what you mean since the actual bumper cover does not connect to the fender. Could you show a picture of what you are referring to?

[Satcho]

Not sure what you mean since the actual bumper cover does not connect to the fender. Could you show a picture of what you are referring to?


I am referring to the trim cover (#1) in the RealOEM.com picture.

[PdZHP]

I think it's this bracket:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/bracket-right/51127896162/?gclid=Cj0KCQjws4aKBhDPARIsAIWH0JWH2OeS2R6ONp2_idq 1xLSPGM8LDFCQIuq2CxzrQDG15IUfGYQKveAaApQsEALw_wcB

[Galapolis]

I am referring to the trim cover (#1) in the RealOEM.com picture.

OK in that case the screw I initially posted is the correct part. The trim cover does not connect to the fender. It does connect to the wheel well liner and fender liner using the aforementioned screw.

The bracket posted above is for the rear bumper.

If you need to align the front bumper, you can use the big bracket (number 12 in the diagram) to adjust it.

[PdZHP]

My bad, this was for the reader bumper. However, my coupe has a similar bracket for the front bumper as well.

[Satcho]

My bad, this was for the reader bumper. However, my coupe has a similar bracket for the front bumper as well.

Here is a picture of the fastening location I am referring to in the faint yellow circle.38474

[Galapolis]

Here is a picture of the fastening location I am referring to in the faint yellow circle.38474

There is no fastener for that location.

[Satcho]

There is no fastener for that location.

It may be something that the previous owner did because the vehicle had had a front end collision. How can I close this gap?

[Galapolis]

It may be something that the previous owner did because the vehicle had had a front end collision. How can I close this gap?

You can adjust the big bracket (#12) to align the bumper. You can reach it by just removing the turn signal on sedans. On coupes, you might need to remove the headlights.

[Satcho]

You can adjust the big bracket (#12) to align the bumper. You can reach it by just removing the turn signal on sedans. On coupes, you might need to remove the headlights.


Is bracket accessed differently for a 2005 ZHP convertible?

[Galapolis]

Is bracket accessed differently for a 2005 ZHP convertible?

Should be the same as coupe. Just remove what you need to get your fingers and a ratchet in there.

[Satcho]

Thank you for your help. i try adjusting the bracket tomorrow.

[Satcho]

Thank you for your help. i try adjusting the bracket tomorrow.

I discovered that the bumper cover was not in the bracket at all. Just adjusting the bracket got it closer to proper alignment. Will try the combination of the two main torx bolts and the bracket to see if I can get it closer.

[Satcho]

I two main torx bolts are female ... I wonder if this is normal? Galapolis what type and size of bolt did you encounter. Again, I have 2005 ZHP convertible.

[Galapolis]

I two main torx bolts are female ... I wonder if this is normal? Galapolis what type and size of bolt did you encounter. Again, I have 2005 ZHP convertible.

10mm 6 point bolt.

[Satcho]

10mm 6 point bolt.

Thanks, I'll try that. How much movement do to achieve from the two main bolts.

Since the repair shop could not get the bumper cover to align they drilled holes to attach the ends of the cover. I am contemplating whether I'm just swimming up stream and should just align as best I can and use a bolt/screw with a nut to secure it perfectly. Obviously not what it should be but the holes are already exist.