Initial fitting

Place drilling hole template (1) on bumper (2).

NOTE: Hole diameter = 2.5 mm.

Drill holes according to car registration number plate specifications.

Remove template (1) and secure car registration number plate with screws provided.

Tightening torque, see 51 11 3AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fit protective caps.

Fig 1: Identifying Drilling Hole Template On Bumper

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Place drilling hole template (1) on radiator grille (2) and bumper (3).

NOTE: Hole diameter = 2.5 mm.

Drill holes according to car registration number plate specifications.

Remove template (1) and secure car registration number plate with screws provided.

Tightening torque, see 51 11 3AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fit protective caps.

Fig 2: Identifying Drilling Hole Template On Radiator Grille And Bumper

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Thread repair:

Drill out defective hole in bumper (2) to 9.5 mm diameter.

Insert blind rivet nut (1).

Secure car registration number plate (3) with car registration number plate (4).

Tightening torque, see 51 11 4AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fig 3: Identifying Rivet Nut, Car Registration Number Plate And Defective Hole In Bumper

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