Replacing model designation (new or newly painted tailgate)

NOTE: Transfer position of model designation (1) from old tailgate by making an adhesive tape template.
For paintwork, keep adhesive tape template up to installation.

Fig 1: Identifying Model Designation And Masking Tape

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Stick masking tape (2) to nearby reference edges of tailgate and therefore determine position of model designation (1).

Pull off masking tape (2) completely and stick to same reference edges of new/painted tailgate.

Check position, realign if required.

Installation:

If required, remove adhesive layer residues with grinding wheel and/or cleaning agent R2.

Clean the adhesive area.

Number and letter combinations (1) of the model designation are not connected to each other and are supplied on a backing film (2).

Remove liner (3) (protective film for bonding surface).

Place model designation at marked position and press down firmly.

Remove backing film (2) and template.

Fig 2: Identifying Letter Combinations, Backing Film And Bonding Surface Liner

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5114111 Replacing model name plate, rear