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Engine Torque Strut



Pendulum Support to Transmission

CAUTION! From model year 08, in the 02Q manual transmission, the pendulum support threaded connections are equipped with Heli-Coil(R) inserts.

Use strength class 10.9 bolts on these and all other transmissions.

If there are no Heli-Coil(R) inserts in the 02Q manual transmission, then use strength class 8.8 bolts and the appropriate tightening specifications.


Pendulum Support to Transmission: