Removing the center underbody protection

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly. 
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 

• Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
• For additional information see: RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT .

• Loosen screws (1) to (21).
• Guide out the center underbody protection (22) at an angle toward the rear.

Fig 1: Center Underbody Protection Screws Loosening Sequence

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