Necessary preliminary tasks

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Partially detach REAR UNDERBODY PANELLING

IMPORTANT: Secure fuel tank against slipping and falling out.

Heavily support the fuel tank.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank With Support

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Release screws (1) and remove clamping band.

Installation:

Tightening torque 16 11 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Band Release Screws

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