31 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing stiffening plate (M5)

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 2AZ .

Remove thrust panel (reinforcement plate) (2).

Installation note:

Replace screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Thrust Panel (Reinforcement Plate) With Screws

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