Install tension strut on shock tower

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Driving without the strut brace/front-end strut or tension strut is not permitted.

Install tension strut (3).
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Tension strut on bulkhead
M10x35 screw Replace screws.	Tightening torque Angle of rotation	56 Nm 90°

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Replace screws (2).
Parts: Screws

Tighten down screws (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Tension strut to shock tower
M10x70 screw Replace screws.	Tightening torque Angle of rotation	56 Nm 90°

Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR HOOD SEAL .