Left tension strut

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Release bolts (1, 3, 4, 5) and remove left tension strut (2).

Installation:

Replace screw (3).

Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.

Screw (1) M12x35
Tightening torque: see 21AZ in Fig 1.
Screw (3) M12x50
Tightening torque: see 22AZ in Fig 1.
Screw (4) M10x25
Tightening torque: see 23AZ in Fig 1.
Screw (5) M10x25
Tightening torque: see 20AZ in Fig 1.

Fig 1: Identifying Left Tension Strut Bolts

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