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51 71 481 Removing and installing/replacing tension strut (on rear axle): Notes

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IMPORTANT: Vehicles must not be driven without tension struts.
Driving without tension struts may damage the vehicle body.
Tension strut screws must be tightened to torque and then tightened down with special tool 00 9 120 .

Release screws (1) and remove tension strut (2).

Installation: 

Replace screws.

Tightening torque 51 71 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Tension Strut
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