86 10... Disassembly of front protection bar: Installation

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Use new self-locking nuts.

Tightening Torque, 86 10 4AZ.

Tightening Torque, 86 10 5AZ.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Protection Bar Cross Member With Screws

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Release screws (1) on longitudinal member (2).

Tightening Torque, 86 10 5AZ.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Protection Bar Longitudinal Member With Screws

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