51 11 158 Replacing base plate for number/license plate

Only use the individual 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.

NOTE: Schematic diagram is example of I01 Japan national-market version.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 11 8AZ .

Remove holder (2) towards front.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder And Screws

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If replacing bumper:

Drill out marks (1) on bumper to 10 mm.

Fig 2: Identifying Drilling Marks On Bumper

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Position support (1) with centering (2) on bumper.

Screw in screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 11 8AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Support And Screws

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