22 32 001 Replacing rubber mount for transmission mounting (N20, N26) version 1

Necessary preliminary tasks :

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 18 31 6AZ .

Detach rubber mount of exhaust system.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust System Rubber Mount Screws

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 22 32 2AZ .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 22 32 3AZ .

Remove transmission cross member.

Remove rubber mount from transmission cross-member.

Tightening torque 22 32 4AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Cross-Member Screws

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Note the installation position of rubber mount (1) relative to transmission cross-member (2).

Fig 3: Removing Rubber Mount

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Arrow shows in direction of engine/front of vehicle.