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Installation sequence

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  1. Install rear differential with workshop jack and special tool 33 4 420
  2. Insert bolts (1) (do not tighten down)
  3. Insert bolt from rear and replace nut (2) (do not tighten down)
  4. Lower workshop jack
  5. Tighten down screws (1)

    Tightening torque 33 17 1AZ .

  6. Tighten nut (2)

    Tightening torque 33 17 1AZ .

    Fig 1: Supporting Rear Differential Using Workshop Jack And Special Tool (33 4 420)
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