22 32 050 Replacing cross member for transmission mounting (N20, N26)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Release the heat shield.
Support transmission with lifter.
If necessary, release holder for exhaust system on transmission cross-member.

Release screws.

Tightening torque 22 32 3AZ .

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Cross-Member Screws

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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 22 32 6AZ .

Pull out screw (2).

Move transmission cross member (3) in direction of arrow and remove screw (2).

Remove transmission cross-member.

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Cross-Member And Screws

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