Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION

Support transmission with hydraulic jack.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 22 32 4AZ .

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque: 22 32 3AZ .

Remove cross-member.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Nuts

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