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Tie-Down (Avant), Removing and Installing



Tie-down (Avant), Removing And Installing

- Remove bolts (2x) for each tie-down.
Tightening torque: 4.5 Nm (40 in.lb)
- Remove trunk mat.
- Remove side trim.
- Remove trunk mat backing and brackets for front and rear tie-downs.

Installation is the reverse of removal







Tightening torques for front brackets:
Phillips-head screw (2x with front-wheel drive; 4x with all wheel drive): 6 Nm (53 in.lb)
Hex bolt (1x - only for front wheel drive): 30 Nm (22 ft.lb)







Tightening torques for rear brackets:
Bolt in floor: 23 Nm (17 ft.lb)
Bolt in rear panel: 10 Nm (7 ft.lb)