Necessary preliminary tasks:
Unscrew bolts (1) and remove brake guard plate (2).
Installation note: Replace screws.
Remove retaining plate (2) in direction of arrow.
Feed out brake guard plate (3) over wheel hub.
BMW X3 Owners Manual > Notes: Reporting safety defects
For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned
and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NHTSA, in addition t ...