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Imprinting new vehicle identification number

  1. Spacer for replacing the vehicle identification number

    The spacer for applying the vehicle identification number is in the front, right firewall. Two sections are intended for use.

    Section 1 -A-  is the standard spacer. Refer to Fig 1 .

    Section 2 -B-  is the spare spacer for a corrected vehicle identification number.

    Fig 1: Locating Vehicle Identification Number Plate
    G03094045Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  2. Imprinting new vehicle identification number
NOTE:
  • Only imprint vehicle identification number in a KTL (cathodic-dip coated) sheetmetal part.
  • The area should be countered when imprinting the vehicle identification number.
  1. Stamp the vehicle identification number to be replaced into the spacer with an 8 mm number embossing tool and the Porsche star.
  2. Mask imprinted vehicle identification number.
  3. Apply exterior paintwork.
  4. Remove the vehicle identification number mark.
  5. Paint repair area with clear lacquer.

Cathodic-dip coating is the primer applied to the sheetmetal parts at the factory