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31 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing stiffening plate (M5)

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle
Driving without  stiffening plate is not  permissible!

Necessary preliminary work: 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 31 10 2AZ .

Remove thrust panel (reinforcement plate) (2).

Installation note: 

Replace screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Thrust Panel (Reinforcement Plate) With Screws
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