Installing number plate carrier: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra (7N, 2010–)

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• Adherence to a depth of 12 mm is required when drilling holes.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Fit rivet nuts.
2. Position number plate carrier (1) and press clips (2) in.
3. Screw in screws. Specified torque: 6 Nm [Note: Adherence to a depth of 12 mm is required when drilling holes.] — 6 Nm (4.4 lb-ft)
4. Align number plate carrier (1) with VW emblem.
5. Set drill depth stop to 12 mm and drill required number of holes.
6. Fit rivet nuts.
7. Position number plate carrier (1) on bumper cover (3) and press clips (2) in.
8. Screw in screws. Specified torque: 6 Nm — 6 Nm (4.4 lb-ft)

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