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

  1. Partially remove the backing from the front license plate bracket adhesive.
    NOTE: Release film outwards.
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  2. Position the front license plate bracket onto the front fascia.
    NOTE: Line up the center indicator on the front of the bracket with the center of the front fascia grille and bottom of the T-badge.
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  3. Remove the remaining backing from the double-sided tape.
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  4. Press the front license plate bracket onto the front fascia to wet-out the double-sided tape.
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  5. Vehicles in China only:  Install the screws (x2) that secure the license plate bracket to the fascia.

    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft) 

    CAUTION: Do not overtorque the screws.

    Tip: If the vehicle is not reworked yet, rework the license plate bracket first. See Bracket - License Plate - Front (Rework) 

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