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31 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing stiffening plate

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle
Driving without  stiffening plate is not permissible!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 31 10 FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque: see 15AZ in 51 61 REINFORCEMENT, BODY .

Remove stiffening plate (reinforcement plate) (3).

Installation note: 

Replace screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Stiffening Plate And Mounting Screws
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