Procedure for additional vehicle identification number

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Cross through original vehicle identification number.

Remove ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID SEAL LOCATOR

= Original vehicle identification number (line 1).

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

Dimension a = 12 mm

Dimension b = 10 mm

Fig 1: Identifying Original Vehicle Identification Number And Position Lines

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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 2: Identifying Display Unit

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

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.

Fig 3: Identifying Needle Stamping Unit Positions

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Press pushbutton (1) for vacuum pressure.

Then start stamping operation with pushbutton (2).

IMPORTANT: After completing the stamping operation, do not alter the position of the unit.

Do not switch off vacuum pressure.

Fig 4: Pressing Pushbutton For Vacuum Pressure And Pushbutton For Start Stamping Operation

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