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Front Subframe: Service and Repair



Rear Nut Piece, Front Subframe

Removing







1. Remove the mats to expose the floor.
2. Measure 160 mm inwards from the corner of the pressing and 25 mm above it.
3. Scrape off the insulating mat until the marking in the sheet metal is visible.
4. If necessary, remove the bolt from underneath.
5. Use a 35 mm hole saw to cut out a hole in the marking.
6. Use a screwdriver to snap the old nut piece out of the holder. Use a pair of pliers or a piece of bent wire to lift out the nut piece.

Fitting







1. Fit a new nut piece without plastic holder.
2. Fit the bolt from underneath.
3. Apply anti-corrosion agent to the edge and fit a plug, part no. 43 33 498.
4. Remove all swarf, grinding dust and the like from the floor, using a vacuum cleaner.
5. Fit a new insulating mat.