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51 71 382 Removing and installing/replacing tension strut (on rear axle)

Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: Vehicles must not be driven without trailing links.
Driving without trailing links may damage the vehicle body.
Tension strut bolts must be tightened to torque and then tightened down with special tool 00 9 120 .

Release screws (1) and remove trailing link (2).

Installation note: 

Replace screws.

Tightening torque 51 71 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Trailing Link And Screws
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