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    Something snapped off - what was it?

    E36 318i (1997) Underneath the front bumper, drivers side there’s a plastic flap which had a clip and screw (photo from last time it came unhooked). It looks to have come unclipped and the bit with the screw has snapped off on the motorway. Any idea what it is or where I can get a replacement?

    Thanks in advance!
    Last edited by shogun; 05-23-2022 at 06:20 PM. Reason: not working endless pic link removed

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jjs646 View Post
    E36 318i (1997) Underneath the front bumper, drivers side there’s a plastic flap which had a clip and screw. It looks to have come unclipped and snapped off on the motorway. Any idea what it is or where I can get a replacement?

    Thanks in advance!
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