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31 10 010 Removing and installing/replacing reinforcement plate

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle
Driving without  reinforcement plate is not permitted!
NOTE: Two variants of the reinforcement plate are installed.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version 1: 

Release screws (1).

Remove reinforcement plate (2).

Installation note: 

Replace screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Reinforcement Plate And Screws (Version 1)
G10095320Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Version 2: 

Release screws (1).

Remove reinforcement plate (2).

Installation note: 

Replace screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 4AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Reinforcement Plate And Screws (Version 2)
G10095321Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.