Tunnel CROSSMEMBER, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- from the front exhaust pipe.

-- Loosen the clamping sleeve on the EGR pipe -arrow-.

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-- Loosen the screw-type clamp -2-.

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the exhaust pipe -1-.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and nut -2-.

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-- Remove the end panel -1-.

-- Mount the :T10337 on the :VAS6931 and attach it under the transmission.

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To prevent damage to the driveshaft heat shield, place a suitable piece of wood -arrow- underneath.

CAUTION:

Risk of accident due to lowering or lifting the vehicle with the engine and transmission jack underneath.

- Never lift or lower a vehicle with the engine and transmission jack underneath.

- Never place the engine and transmission jack longer then required under the vehicle.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and the nuts -1- and remove the tunnel crossmember.

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