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51 71 480 Removing and installing/replacing cross reinforcement (on rear axle)

IMPORTANT: Observe safety information for raising the vehicle
Driving without  the trailing link is not permitted!

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Release nuts of heat shield (3) and lower heat shield (3).

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 61 14AZ .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 61 13AZ .

Remove cross reinforcement (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Suspension Cross-Brace And Screws
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