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 Adapter, Stamping Unit, Connecting Cable And Compressed-Air Hose

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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 Vehicle Identification Number
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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

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: Display - Vehicle Identification Number Screen

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

Fig 4: Identifying Suction Feet Of Needle Stamping Unit 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).

IMPORTANT: After completing the stamping operation, do not alter the position of the unit.
Do not switch off vacuum pressure.

Fig 5: Pushing Button For Vacuum Pressure

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Stamping second vehicle identification number

Display input:

Select Layout 2 with arrow button.
Press "ENTER" button.

Fig 6: Display - Vehicle Identification Number Screen
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NOTE: With Layout 2 the already entered vehicle identification number is stamped in line 2.

Start stamping operation with pushbutton (2).

After the stamping operation, if necessary adapt ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID SEAL LOCATOR of second vehicle identification number.

Fig 7: Pushing Button For Vacuum Pressure

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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