FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS – Introduction – Helpful General Information to Read Before Installing All of our license plate brackets are designed and manufactured so they screw into the existing license plate mounting locations in the Toyota bumpers. Jan 10, 2018 or front plate bracket was not installed when we bought the Escape S. When we got the plates. Our salesman had the service dept mount the front license bracket for us and then attached the license plate on it. Not all vehicles are equipped with a front license plate bracket. Brackets are made with the contours of a bumper in mind. When the bracket is installed properly, spacers are first attached to the bumper and then the bracket is attached to the spacers. Apr 02, 2013 Installing a front license plate is a dirt cheap (and easy!) DIY project that you can knock out in minutes. The handful of dollars you spend on this project will save you a lot of time and money in the future. Avoid fines and wasted time! I'll admit it: I cruised the streets of Los Angeles as an.
Do as I Say, Not As I Did: Install Your Front License Plates Before You Get a Ticket
Installing a front license plate is a dirt cheap (and easy!) DIY project that you can knock out in minutes. The handful of dollars you spend on this project will save you a lot of time and money in the future. Avoid fines and wasted time!
I'll admit it: I cruised the streets of Los Angeles as an outlaw for more than two years. Yes, I was well aware that California state law requires all vehicles to display a front license plate on the outside of the car, but like many car guys I liked the way my 2010 Mazda 3 looked without front plates: clean and smooth and uncluttered.
Like most outlaws, my luck finally ran out and I had to face the facts: If you drive your car without front license plates in a state that requires front plates, you're eventually going to get a ticket, and you're going to kick yourself when you do.
Your luck might run out when your car is parked: Parking officers can ticket your car for no front plates. Or, your luck might run out while you're on the road: Officers can pull you over and cite you for flagrant and egregious violation of the law.
Avoid all the hassle and get legal by installing front license plates on your car yourself.
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Step-By-Step: How to Install Front License Plates
Ok, let's break down the whole process:
1. Order new license plates if you don't already have your front plate
2. Get your hands on an OEM or aftermarket front license plate frame
3. Buy the proper hardware
4. Drill holes (yikes!) and install your new gear
**BONUS** Pay your fines! The most painful step.
How Much Is This Really Going to Cost Me?
$30-50? That's Not Dirt Cheap!Youtube Install Front License Plate
Ok, ok, you win. The truly 'dirt cheap' route would be to use double-sided tape to stick your front plates to your car, or to screw the front plates directly into the front bumper without using a correct license plate frame and mount.
I want your plates to look nice, and more importantly, I want your plates to stick to your car even after you've love-tapped the car parked in front of you. Screwing your plates directly into your bumper looks really bad, and double sided tape may not hold up in the rain and snow.
Do it right the first time and you'll be happy with the results for as long as you own the car. It may cost a little extra, but it's worth it.
Step 1: Order New Plates From the DMV
If your front license plate is missing, stolen, or broken, you're going to need a brand new set of two license plates. The DMV doesn't print you a new copy of your existing license plate number, they assign you a totally new license plate number and send you two fresh new plates. One for the back, and one for the front.
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Visit your state's DMV website to find the form you will need to replace your plates. That is much easier said than done on not-so-modern DMV websites, so I recommend that you google 'replace license plate *name of state*' Using that google search I was able to instantly find the form I needed to replace my plates.
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You'll have to pay a fee to replace your plates, but it's not too steep, usually around $20.
The Easier Way to Get New Plates: Use AAA
I've been a member of AAA for years and their DMV services have come in handy countless times. The DMV sucks -- whether you're filling out DMV forms or visiting the DMV office, you're going to spend a lot of time and end up with a headache.
AAA eliminates all the hassle by doing all the DMV paperwork for you. The last thing you want to do is screw up your forms and wait another month to get your plates.
In my case, after a 20 minute visit to my local AAA office I renewed my registration, changed my address, and ordered new plates.
Here's the beautiful part: AAA handed me a brand new set of plates right there on the spot! I didn't have to wait for the DMV to send me anything in the mail, and I slapped on my new registration sticker and replaced my rear plates right in the parking lot.
Step 2: Find the Right License Plate Frame For Your CarInstalling Front License Plate Model 3
This step is essentially a Googling project—or a trip to your local auto parts store.
I Googled '2010 Mazda 3 Front License Plate Frame OEM' and was able to find a reasonably priced OEM frame with free shipping in minutes.
Amazon.com and eBay are a great place to find this part. If your car is a 2005 model year or newer, finding the right part will be a cinch if you use the right search terms. 'Front license plate frame' and 'front license plate bracket,' along with the year and make/model of your car, will quickly turn up good results.
I recommend an OEM front frame for your car because it should fit the contour of your front bumper, and the holes in the frame should match any holes or screw dimples on the front of your car.
Step 4: Drill the Holes and Install the Plate and Frame
Here's how I installed the front license plate frame bracket on my 2010 Mazda 3. Your experience may vary, but most cars are very similar:
**IMPORTANT** Follow the Directions Included With Your Frame!
Not all frames and brackets are the same, and your frame may have special installation instructions for you to follow. Most instructions are straightforward but a little vague, so think it through before you screw any holes.
On my Mazda, it took me a moment to realize that I would need four screws total: Two to attach the frame to the car, and two to attach the license plate to the frame. Your frame might be different, so look closely.
Other Ways to Do It: Dealers, Installers, or Customize It Yourself
Take it to the Dealer, or a Body Shop, or a Stereo Installer
If all the drilling and screwing doesn't seem like a project you want to attempt, you can take your car into a dealer and have them handle it. They will have the correct frame, bracket, and hardware for your car, but expect your wallet to hurt after the job's done. This isn't the 'Dirt Cheap DIY' way, but this is a great option if you're tired of trying to figure out how it's done.
Get Creative and Install it Your Own Way
If you're mechanically handy and creative in the garage, you can whip up your own brackets, or some other way to fasten the plates to the frame. Search around for other custom installs and you'll see that car owners have come up with ingenious ways to avoid drilling into their babies.
This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. Content is for informational or entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for personal counsel or professional advice in business, financial, legal, or technical matters.
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