Install the tension strut on the right shock tower
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Driving without the strut brace/front-end strut or tension strut is not permitted.
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 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Tension strut to shock tower | ||
|---|---|---|
| M10x55 screw Replace screws |
Joining torque | 56 Nm |
| Angle of rotation | 90° | |
- Tighten down screw (2).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Tension strut on the rear cross connection | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x30 screw | tightening torque | 28 Nm |
Repair thread on the spring bolt
- Repair the damaged thread with a Helicoil thread insert.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS
| Helicoil thread insert | M10x25 mm | 33 30 6 782 756 |