Install tension strut on left and right shock tower

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

Install the tension strut on the right shock tower

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

(3) Install tension strut on shock tower .
Replace the screw (1) .
Parts: Screw

Tighten screw (1) with the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120)

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Tension strut to shock tower
M10x55 screw Replace screws
	Joining torque	56 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

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Tighten down screw (2) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Tension strut on the rear cross connection
M8x30 screw
	tightening torque	28 Nm

Repairing the thread on the strut tower

Repair the damaged thread with the Helicoil thread insert.

Consumable
Helicoil thread insert	M10x25 mm	33 30 6 782 756