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Install tension strut on shock tower

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

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

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

Repair thread on the spring bolt 

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS

Helicoil thread insert  M10x25 mm 33 30 6 782 756