51 71... Removing and installing/replacing left or right suspension crossbrace ring
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IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Driving without the suspension cross-brace is not permitted. (Risk of damage to the body).
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove left (or right) SUSPENSION CROSSBRACE .
NOTE:
The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.
IMPORTANT:
It is essential to use the pictured nuts to ensure correct screw-fastening of the dome cross-brace ring!
Unclip protective cap (1) and disconnect plug connection underneath.
Release nuts (2) and remove suspension crossbrace ring (3).
Tightening torque 31 31 1AZ .
Installation:
Make sure protective cap (1) is correctly seated.
Replace nuts (2).