Remove transmission cross-member
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Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Support the transmission using special tools 0 495 498 (23 4 050) and 2 219 012 .
- Secure the transmission with the luggage strap (1).
- Loosen screws (1).
- Loosen screw (2).
- Remove the transmission cross member (3).