Remove the rear top cross connection

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Mechanical effects.
Paint damage.

Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING SEAL FOR FRONT HOOD .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER FOR THE CENTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING UPPER CROSS CONNECTION .

Loosen screws (1).
Release the expanding rivet (2).

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Loosen screw (1).
Loosen screws (2).
Guide out and remove cross connection (3).

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