51 11 ... Installing/replacing number/license plate (without base)

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Initial fitting:

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

NOTE: Hole diameter = 2.5 mm (see template).

Drill holes according to number/license plate.

Remove template (1) and secure number/license plate with screws provided.

For tightening torque refer to 51 11 3AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fit protective caps.

Fig 1: Identifying Drilling Hole Template And Bumper

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

NOTE: Hole diameter = 2.5 mm (see template).

Drill holes according to number/license plate.

Remove template (1) and secure number/license plate with screws provided.

For tightening torque refer to 51 11 3AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fit protective caps.

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

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Repairing thread:

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

Insert blind rivet nut (1).

Secure number/license plate (3) with number/license plate screw (4).

For tightening torque refer to 51 11 4AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

Fig 3: Identifying Number/License Plate, Number/License Plate Screw And Blind Rivet Nut

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