31 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing stiffening plate

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

Necessary preliminary tasks :

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 6AZ .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 31 10 7AZ .

Remove stiffening plate (reinforcement plate) (3).

Installation note :

Replace screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Stiffening Plate Screws (Reinforcement Plate)

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