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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 51 11 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rivet Nut, Car Registration Number Plate And Defective Hole In Bumper

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