Left Tension Strut

Release bolts (1, 3, 4, 5) and remove left tension strut (2).

Installation: 

Replace screw (3).

Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.

• Screw (1) M12x35

  Tightening torque, see 51 71 21AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

• Screw (3) M12x50

  Tightening torque, see 51 71 22AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

• Screw (4) M10x25

  Tightening torque, see 51 71 23AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

• Screw (5) M10x25

  Tightening torque, see 51 71 20AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

  Fig 1: Identifying Left Tension Strut With Bolts

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.