51 11 158 Replacing Baseplate For License Plate

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove both FRONT PROTECTIVE STRIPS

Release screws (1).

Unclip baseplate (2) towards front.

Fig 1: Identifying Baseplate

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If replacing version with Chromeline:

Release catches (1) and remove chrome trim from baseplate (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Baseplate

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