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31 11 005 Removing and Installing/ Replacing Reinforcement (Cruciform)

31 11 005 Removing and Installing/ Replacing reinforcement (cruciform)

Important!
Observe safety instructions for raising the vehicle!
Driving without the reinforcement fitted is not permitted!
Reinforcement must not rest on bracket with rubber mount of control arm!






Remove splash guard, if necessary.

Release bolts (2).

Release bolts (1); if necessary, remove washers.

Remove reinforcement.

Installation:






If a 66 mm dia. control arm rubber mount is fitted, a washer(s) must be fitted at each bolt (1) between reinforcement (3) and engine carrier (4).

Important!
If necessary, bend heat shield away from reinforcement.
Diesel engines:
If necessary, recondition (cut) rear left assembly underside protection in order to create a gap to reinforcement. If the required change is not made, the assembly underside protection will tense up and loosen during driving operation!


Torque Specs:












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