41 11 650 Removing And Installing/Replacing Vertical Strut (Range Extender) (Support For Bumper Panel Removed)

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
• Remove INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .
• Remove ENGINE COMPARTMENT FAN .

Removal of the vertical strut 

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Release screws (1) and remove exhaust system holder (2).

Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ .

Loosen screws (3).

Pull heat shield (4) out of clamps (5) and remove.

Tightening torque 18 30 6AZ .

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Unclip cable in area (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 41 11 4AZ .

Turn connector housing (1) 45° and remove.

Unclip cable at marked areas.

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Unclip high-voltage cables (1) (4x).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 41 11 4AZ .

Remove vertical strut (3).

Installation of the vertical strut 

The installation takes place in reverse order.

Tighten screws with tightening torque.