Bracket - License Plate - Front (EMEA) - Retrofit using Jig: Procedure
- Clean the front center surface of the front fascia with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe, and then allow surface to dry before continuing.
- Put the front license plate bracket on the jig: Line up the 2 holes on the front license plate bracket with the alignment pins on the jig.
- Put the jig on the front fascia: Line up the center indicator (cut out slit) with the center of the front fascia grille.NOTE: Apply enough force on the head of the jig causing an even contact surface with the front fascia grille and the front license plate bracket.NOTE: Make sure to hold the jig by placing your hand on the head of the jig.
- Wear eye and ear protection before continuing.
- Use a 7/64 in (3 mm) drill bit to drill 4 holes through the front fascia.CAUTION: Only drill through the top surface of the front fascia. Drilling too far can result in damage to the vehicle.
- Install the self tapping screws (part number 1104972-00-A) (x4) that attach the front license plate bracket to the front fascia.
1 N.m (.7 ft-lbs)
CAUTION: Do not over torque the screws to prevent damage to the front fascia. - Remove the jig by sliding it out from the front fascia grille