Installing Strut

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Installation is performed in reverse order. Observe specified tightening torques:

1.1 Secure the strut -1- .

A-strut to cowl panel -2- : > Tightening torque 40 Nm (30 ftlb.)

A-strut to cross panel -3- : > Tightening torque 8 (6flb.) Nm

Spring strut with A-strut to body -4- : > Initial tightening 40 Nm (30 ftlb.) > Final tightening + 45°

A-strut to body -5- : > Initial tightening 20 (1 5 ftlb.) Nm > Final tightening 90°

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Strut mounting

1.2 Upper part of plenum panel at the side to spring strut mount: > Tightening torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.) +/- 15 %

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Side plenum panel to spring strut mount

1.3 Screw securing upper part of plenum panel at the centre to A-strut -1- : > Tightening torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.) +/-15 %
Upper part of plenum panel at the side to centre plenum panel -2- : > Tightening torque 4 Nm (3 ftlb.) +/- 15 %

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Screws for A-strut