Install the front left deformation element
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- Feed the deformation element (3) into the engine support from the front.
- Replace screws (2).
Parts: Screws
- Join the bolts (2) and screw them in a few turns.
- Join the bolts (1) and screw them in a few turns.
- Adjust the deformation element (1) so that the surfaces (3) are parallel to each other.
The height of the deformation element (1) cannot be adjusted due to the stop (2).
- Adjust the support for the cross connection (1) to the specified dimension.
Dimension (a) = approx. 4 mm
- If the support for the cross connection (1) was removed on only one side of the vehicle, use the dimension (a) of the side that was not removed as the setting dimension.
- Tighten the screws (2) on the deformation element (3).TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Deformation element to engine mount Hexagon screw Replace screws.
Tightening torque 100 Nm Angle of rotation 180° - Tighten the screws (1).TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Front vertical connect on to deformation element M6x30 screw Tightening torque 8 Nm - Tighten the screws (1).TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Front vertical connection to deformation element M6x30 screw Tightening torque 8 Nm
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING AIR DUCT TO RADIATOR .
- Refer to INSTALLING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FOR THE INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .
- Refer to ADJUSTING BOTH HEADLAMPS .