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Front License Plate Bracket - Installation

Article No. 86-22-1


BUMPER - FRONT FASCIA - LICENSE PLATE BRACKET - INSTALLATION


FORD 1987 THUNDERBIRD

LINCOLN-MERCURY 1987 COUGAR

To avoid poor fit and appearance problems when attaching the dealer-installed license plate bracket on the front fascia and bumper, use the following procedure:

1. Locate the 3 mm dimples in the front fascia.

2. Prick punch each dimple.

3. Use a 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) combined drill and countersink to drill the holes in the fascia and bumper assembly.

NOTE: This type of drill bit will help to prevent the hole from being drilled out of the proper location causing poor fit and appearance.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 84-14-1
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"