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51 71 345 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left (or Right) Suspension Cross-Brace



51 71 345 Removing And Installing / Replacing Left (Rear) Suspension Crossbrace







IMPORTANT: Driving without the suspension crossbrace is not permitted. (risk of damage to the body).







Release expanding rivets (1) and remove cover (2).

Installation note:
Replace damaged expanding rivets.
Holders (3) must snap into place in suspension cross-brace when cover (2) is installed.







Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 51 61 1AZ.
Remove suspension cross-brace (2).

Installation note:
Make sure suspension cross-brace (2) is in correct installation position.
Replace screws (1).

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