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Fuel Tank Protector: Installation

Install the fuel tank protector.
NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut (a).

Tightening torque:

T1: 9 N.m (0.9 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb)

T2: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank Protector Self-Locking Nut And Bolt With Torque Specification
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Lower the vehicle.