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51 71 ... Removing and installing/replacing rear middle tension strut (up to 03/2007)

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IMPORTANT: Observe safety instructions  for raising the vehicle. See 00 ... ... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM .
Driving without  the tension strut is not permitted!

Release screws (1, 2).

Remove tension strut (3).

Installation: 

Tightening torque 51 71 24AZ, see 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

Fig 1: Identifying Tension Strut And Screws
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