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Rear Subframe: Service and Repair



Nut Piece, Rear Subframe

Removing







1. Remove the mats to expose the floor.
2. Use a 35 mm hole saw to cut out a hole in the marking.
3. If necessary, remove the bolt from underneath.
4. 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.