Theft Prevention - Mercedes-Benz 260 E 124 1988 Owner's Manual

Theft Prevention

This vehicle complies with the Federal
Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Stan­
dard (49 CFR Part 541). Engine,
transmission and certain body parts
(see illustration) are labeled ex fac­
tory, the labels show the VIN-number
of this vehicle.
Spare parts are similarly labeled ex
factory in a different location. The
labels show the Letter R (for replace­
ment) instead of the VIN-number.
Note:
Do not remove these labels. These
labels are intended for parts identifica­
tion in case of theft. When replacing
parts subject to labeling, please make
sure that the parts you receive are
labeled properly. This is especially im­
portant when work is performed out­
side of the United States.
Location of labels
Bumper front/rear
1
Engine hood
2
3 Trunk lid
4 Ail fenders
5 All doors
Engine*:
on engine block, rear
Transmission*:
on transmission, left front
• not shown in illustration
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