Remove transmission cross-member

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

• Support the transmission using special tools  0 495 498 (23 4 050) and  2 219 012  .
• Secure the transmission with a tensioning strap (1).

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• Loosen screw (1).
• Loosen screws (2).
• Remove transmission cross-member.

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