Remove suspension cross-brace

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING REAR HOOD SEAL .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .

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

NOTE: Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.

Loosen expanding rivet (1).
Loosen screw (2).
Remove the cover (3).

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Loosen screws (1).
Remove strut brace (2).

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