Removal & Installation

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CAUTION: If necessary, insert washers at screw-down points (1) between reinforcement plate and body. See Fig 1 .

If necessary, remove front underbody protection. Unfasten screws (3). Release screws (1) and (2) and remove reinforcement plate. See Fig 2 .
To install, replace screws (1) and (2). Install all screws. Tighten screws (1) and (2) to specification, See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Identifying New Reinforcement Plate

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Fig 2: Removing Reinforcement Plate

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