License Plate Front Bracket, Black Screws, & other items I use for my Accord on my Amazon Affiliate Storefront here: www.amazon.com/shop/striker50/list/22TBRJ5EGQE8T?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d
Dealerships should provide you a front bracket by law. I had to argue for about 2 weeks with the Honda Dealership for this bracket. For some reason the dealership this Accord came from didn't provide a bracket, and didn't want to send me one after. They wanted me to buy it ($35 with screws included). So I told them it was California law that a front plate must be displayed and if the car was certified, they should not have sold it if the front bracket was never on the vehicle to begin with. Funny enough, as soon as I filed a formal complaint, they were really compliant in sending me a bracket in the mail all of a sudden. 👍🙂
Is it normal for it to make a loud grinding noise when installing the plate onto the bracket? It feels very resistive and I just want to make sure it’s not damaging anything lol. Thank you! Edit: to clarify it’s like the screws don’t want to go in any further but they’re not even in all the way, and then when drilling the screws into the mount it makes a grinding noise
does this bracket comes with the screws to install? if not can you please provide the product code or describe exactly all the screws or bolts you need to install? btw the product code for this bracket is Product ID: 71145-TVA-A01
The dealership sent me everything I used. Consider contacting the dealership you bought it at because they're supposed to install a front bracket by law before you leave the lot
It's for sure doable, would just take a bit longer with some elbow grease to push into it. If you do it with a mechanical screwdriver, 1) align the bracket with the "H" logo 2) tape it in the center so its secure 3) Use a sharpie to mark the 3 dots where you will screw into the bumper 4) Remove the bracket and tape 5) Use the corner of a Razor blade or sharp knife tip to start carving into the bumper. 6) Then you could align the screw and start screwing with a standard Phillips Screwdriver The 3 screws that go into the bumper would probably require those steps The 4 license plate screws are easier. You can see I drilled those 4 holes very easily and quickly.
The bottom of the bracket should not obscure the sensor since it is an OEM bracket. As long as you mount it as shown, it will be out of the way. At 1:04 it will say to address the owners manual Here is also a link on a forum so you could get more info: honda-tech.com/forums/honda-accord-2018-current-173/2018-accord-w-honda-sensing-where-how-do-you-mount-front-license-plates-3312656/ Let me know if you have any other questions
Does this work for a 2018 hybrid? Also, is it possible to do this with just the screws and a screwdriver, or do you need a power drill to make holes first?
It should, I believe it has the same front end. You should be able to do it, but it may require more hard hand twisting You can mark your holes and then soften the bumper with a lighter or candle to soften/ melt the plastic so it makes it easier
They are no longer available from the seller I bought them since recording. But I did link the same exact style in my Amazon storefront they're the same just a different seller and very affordable
Can't remember tbh. Either should be fine. The important part is that you make even just the smallest hole so it's easier for the screws to be drilled in
I got this shipped to me from the dealership that never provided it I know the parts department at Honda should be able to order it, or if you bought the car new, you can call the dealership and tell them why they never gave you one
I just realized my 2022 doesn't have the front bracket...we just bought it used. I don't see any holes so I almost think the reviews owner never put one on
Nope, just what shown in the packaging. The bumper is on there pretty securely. I'd perhaps consider contacting the parts department and asking them if there are any parts like what you're describing. But for me, that's all that came in the kit
The dealership sells the bracket for around $15 and the screws are maybe another $6. You can go to parts and ask them. Yes, if you watch the video, you'll see me drill into the bumper. Some people have used Velcro, but I don't recommend it unless you have a special reason you need to take it on and off
A lot of states require the plates to be displayed both in the front and in the rear. There are some states that only require the rear, but if you travel to states that ask for 2 plates, they may stop you and cite you. For me, I want to give as little a reason as possible to be stopped. Also worth noting the car does look better without the front plate, but you will probably be stopped once or twice every other year if a cop is looking for a reason, especially late at night
@@mikethomas4523 Someone can drill straight into their bumper, nothing stopping them. Now if the screws come loose due to direct vibration, that's another story. I would personally recommend a bracket, it's a more secure fit
