Attaching/replacing support for number plate (using laser) (4' Series Coupe/Convertible, 4' Series Gran Coupe Sedan)
Special tools required:
- 2 407 566
Only use the vehicle-specific number plate baseplate.
The installation of other license plate baseplates is not permissible.
The number plate must be precisely mounted on the number plate baseplate.
If a number plate baseplate is not offered for the corresponding national-market version, the number plate must be screwed directly onto the bumper using a drilling template.
Incorrect assembly leads to a malfunction of the sensors of the driver assist systems.
Laser beam on the special tool.
Do not look into the beam!
Set vehicle and special tool 2 407 566 on a flat surface.
Switch on laser (Position without automatic level).
Activate laser horizontally and vertically.
National-market version for USA/Japan:
Position and center special tool 2 407 566 in front of the vehicle.
Align vertical laser line (1) in the center of the vehicle (Ex: BMW badge).
Align horizontal laser line (2) at two symmetrical corners.
Move horizontal laser beam (2) vertically downwards by dimension (A), measured from contour line.
Dimension (A) = 2.5 mm.
Mark center of support (3).
Align support (3) with both laser beams and mark attachment points.
Remove special tool 2 407 566 .
Screw down support (3) on the marked attachment point.