Lower rear axle

release the ground cable of the rear axle support

NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.

Loosen screw (1).
The ground cable (2) has been released from the rear axle support.

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Carefully lower rear axle support approx. 10 cm.

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