41 00... Stamping Vehicle Identification Number (Needle Stamping Unit)

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The needle stamping system 360 - VRM - BMW is required to stamp the vehicle identification number.

Order number: 81 43 2 155 736

Fig 1: Identifying Display, Mains Adapter, Needle Stamping Unit, Connecting And Power Cable

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The needle stamping system 360 tool set comprises:

(1) Display
(2) Mains adapter
(3) Needle stamping unit
(4) Connecting cable
(5) Power cable
(6) Compressed-air hose

NOTE: A compressed-air connection is also required.

Operating pressure approx. 6 bar
Use only dry, oil-free air

Procedure for additional vehicle identification number

Cross through original vehicle identification number.

Fig 2: Identifying Position Lines For Additional Vehicle Identification Number

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(1) = original vehicle identification number.

Mark position lines (2) in accordance with specified dimensions/measurements.

Dimension a = 12 mm

Dimension b = 10 mm

Display input:

Select Layout 5 with arrow button.
Enter vehicle identification number with F10.
Press "ENTER" button.

NOTE: With Layout 5 the vehicle identification number (line 1) is crossed through.

Fig 3: Identifying Display Unit

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IMPORTANT: Perform stamping operation with position lines in advance on a test sheet.

Fig 4: Identifying Needle Stamping Unit Suction Feet Positions

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Move suction feet of needle stamping unit to positions (1) and (2) shown.

NOTE: The contact surface for the suction cups of the needle imprint device must be dry and free of dust and grease!

Make sure the unit is resting securely in position. If necessary, adjust the height and position of the suction feet.

Press pushbutton (1) for vacuum pressure.

Then start stamping operation with pushbutton (2).

After completing the stamping operation, switch off vacuum and set unit down.

Fig 5: Performing Stamping Operation

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Stamping second vehicle identification number

NOTE: The second vehicle identification number is stamped at the height of the spring strut dome.

Fig 6: Identifying Help Line And Reference Surfaces

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Mark help line (1) in accordance with reference surfaces (2).

Fig 7: Marking Position Lines In Accordance With Specified Dimensions/Measurements

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Mark position lines (1) in accordance with specified dimensions/measurements.

Dimension a = 45 mm

Dimension b = 15 mm

Display input:

Select Layout 1 with arrow button.
Press "ENTER" button.

NOTE: With Layout 1 the already entered vehicle identification number is stamped in line 1.

Fig 8: Identifying Display Unit

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IMPORTANT: Perform stamping operation with position lines in advance on a test sheet.

Fig 9: Identifying Needle Stamping Unit Suction Feet Positions

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Move suction feet of needle stamping unit to positions (1) and (2) shown.

First adjust position (1)
Then adjust position (2)

Press pushbutton (1) for vacuum pressure.

Then start stamping operation with pushbutton (2).

Fig 10: Performing Stamping Operation

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Following layout functions are available:

Layout selection	Vehicle identification number
Layout 1	In line 1
Layout 2	In line 2
Layout 3	Turned through 180° in line 1
Layout 4	Turned through 180° in line 2
Layout 5	Cross through in line 1
Layout 6	Cross through in line 2