2007 - 2014 GM Z71 Front License Plate Bracket Installation (Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, & Tahoe)

In this video we will go over which genuine GM front license plate bracket and fasteners to use with regular production option (RPO) Z71 and RPO BPH type front bumpers on GM sport utility vehicles (SUVs) including the Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe.
The truck illustrated is a 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche LT, and the procedure, and the genuine GM parts, shown in this video would be applicable for any GMT900 style 2007 thru 2014 SUV such as the Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, or Tahoe.
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GM 9423101 license plate screws: ebay.us/6oH0Yw
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Chapters:
0:00 - Application scope
1:32 - GM part numbers and installation guidance
3:00 - Installation sequence
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[@clvargas28]

How can I find the exact part number using the service codes in the glovebox?

[@DrShock]

The RPO codes are only used to distinguish between part numbers, where for a given model year there may be multiple options. In this case RPO Z71, which tells us the truck uses a unique front license plate bracket for that year. When you're looking at a GM specific parts catalog, it will list different numbers, and where there are multiple ones, by RPO code.

[@InstrumentalHuman]

My 2014 Silverado z71 has a chrome front bumper. I'd hate to drill through that chrome, because rust will start due to chrome being broken and chrome Will eventually flake. Thoughts?

[@DrShock]

This video, and the license bracket kit shown, are only for the SUV body styles with the Z71 package not the pickups. The SUVs have plastic bumper covers with a stainless steel insert as a skid plate.

[@doctorfeinstone6524]

So we're supposed to buy a rivet gun for just this one job? Theres gotta be another way

[@DrShock]

This video is going over the pro way, using genuine GM parts and the GM service manual procedure, which does include aluminum rivets. Same procedure as what the GM dealership would have done during new vehicle prep. For the DIYer who wants to do this with OEM grade parts, there are links in the video description where a rivet gun can be had for under $10. And some parts stores will even loan one out.