Replacing model designation (new or newly painted tailgate)

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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 On Tailgate

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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.

Refer to "Installation" operation for further procedure.