Lowering the engine and detaching the engine bridge

• Turn the special tool 2 361 506 (00 6 103) to lower the engine until it lies completely on the engine mounts.

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• Release the special tool 0 490 579 (11 0 070)  from the mounting brackets (1)  and (2)  .
• Remove the special tool 0 490 579 (11 0 070)  from the engine bridge.

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.
• Carefully remove the engine bridge (1)  with help from a support person.

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• Version without front mounting bracket: 
• Loosen the screws (1) from the special tool  2 459 012  . 

Guide out and remove the special tool 2 459 012 on the cylinder head.

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