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Bracket - License Plate - Front - Remove and Replace: Install

  1. Remove the backing from the long horizontal tape strip on the new front license plate bracket.
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  2. Fold the backing of the vertical tape strips out at a 90 degree angle.
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  3. Hold the license plate bracket horizontally and align the locator tab at the bottom lip of the bracket with the center rib of the fascia grille.
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  4. Rotate the license plate bracket vertically and press the top edge against the front fascia.
  5. Pull the tape strips out from the sides of license plate bracket.
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  6. Press the bracket against the front fascia to wet out the adhesive tape.

    Tip: Use a seam roller to wet out the adhesive tape.

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  7. Install the license plate onto the front license plate bracket, and install the screws that attach the plate to the bracket.

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

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