Remove transmission bearing support (all-wheel drive vehicle)

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

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• Loosen nuts (1).
• Remove retaining plate (2).

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• Unfasten nut (1).
• Loosen screws (2).
• Remove transmission support holder (3).