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31 11 040 Remove and install/replace stiffening plate (all-wheel drive)

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle
Driving without stiffening plate is not permissible!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Remove thrust panel (reinforcement plate) (2).

Installation note: 

Replace screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Thrust Panel (Reinforcement Plate) Screws
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