16 11... Replacing left or right clamping band

IMPORTANT: Secure fuel tank against slipping and falling out.

Heavily support the fuel tank.

Fig 1: Supporting Fuel Tank

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Release expansion rivets (1).

Release screws (2) and remove clamping band.

Installation:

Tightening torque 16 11 5AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Expansion Rivets And Screws

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