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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 11:56 AM
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Can anyone tell me what these are, these little thin strips of tape, with computer looking elements on them? I just bought this E63 S 212 from a dealer in Arizona, shipped to me in Virginia. When examining the exterior of the car after receiving the car, I see these on the headlight covers. Is it tracking tape of some kind? Dealer denies putting these on the car. Would trucking/shipping company put these on for some reason? Car is great, but I'm baffled by these. Thanks in advance. (yellow'ish one is on starboard, clear one on port side).

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passenger side headlight cover
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Originally Posted by KrisKeeney
Can anyone tell me what these are, these little thin strips of tape, with computer looking elements on them? I just bought this E63 S 212 from a dealer in Arizona, shipped to me in Virginia. When examining the exterior of the car after receiving the car, I see these on the headlight covers. Is it tracking tape of some kind? Dealer denies putting these on the car. Would trucking/shipping company put these on for some reason? Car is great, but I'm baffled by these. Thanks in advance. (yellow'ish one is on starboard, clear one on port side).

drivers side headlight cover

passenger side headlight cover
It is a toll tag sticker (or transponder), if you don't need it, simply remove it.
There are some that are also used for identifications if the previous owner lived in a gated community.
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You're welcome, enjoy the vehicle.
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It's the man tracking You from space. Tear them off, cover them in foil and hide in Your mother-in-laws car. Trust Me , I used to work for the Gov't
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