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31 11 004 Removing and installing/replacing reinforcement brace

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IMPORTANT: Observe Safety Instructions  for raising the vehicle

Driving without  the reinforcement brace is not permitted!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Partly detach Underbody Panelling on both sides in area of reinforcement brace

Release screws (1).

Remove reinforcement brace (2).

Installation: 

Replace screws and insertion nuts.

For tightening torque refer to 31 10 2AZ in 31 10 FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Reinforcement Brace And Mounting Screws
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