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31 10 010 Removing And Installing/Replacing Reinforcement Plate (AWD)

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IMPORTANT: Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle
Driving without  reinforcement plate is not permitted!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screw (1).

Release screws (2) and remove reinforcement plate (3).

Installation: 

Replace screws.

Tightening torque 31 10 9AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Reinforcement Plate
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