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51 61 011 - Removing and installing/replacing V-strut, front axle carrier, left or right




51 61 011 - Removing and installing/replacing V-strut, front axle carrier, left or right





Important!
Observe safety instructions 00 .. ... Lifting Vehicle With A Lifting Platform for raising the vehicle
Driving without V-struts is not permitted!





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front underbody protection 51 47 490 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Underbody Protection





Release bolt (1).
Tightening torque 51 71 10AZ Specifications.
Release bolt (2).
Tightening torque 51 71 10AZ Specifications.
Release bolt (3).
Tightening torque 51 71 10AZ Specifications.
Remove V-strut (4) towards front.

Installation Note:
Replace bolts.
Make sure bolts are installed in correct positions.
- Bolt (1) M12x30
- Bolt (2) M10x33
- Bolt (3) M10x45