Removing the stiffening plate
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WARNING:
Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly. Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
- For additional information see: 00... RAISING THE VEHICLE USING A VEHICLE LIFT .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Secure component against falling.
Secure component against falling.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.
Driving without thrust field is not permissible.
- Loosen screws (1).
- Remove screws (arrows).
- Pull out and remove the thrust field (3) on the covers of the steering assembly (2).