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R50/53 Mystery bolts and washers

Old Nov 16, 2015 | 02:06 PM
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Mystery bolts and washers

So I recently replaced a few parts on my car (oil pan gasket, cv boot, control arm bushing, upper motor mount and lower motor mount) and ran into a bit of a problem while putting it back together.

I have these two 10mm bolts/screws and their odd washers. I have no idea as to where they go. If anyone knows the location or has ideas or help it would be very appreciated.


 
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Old Nov 16, 2015 | 02:09 PM
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Did you put the car in service mode? Those look like they are the bolts and plastic washers that help line up the radiator support and bumper. I didn't remove those when I did the work on my car.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2015 | 03:52 PM
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Pictures, always take lots and lots of pictures when doing projects.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2015 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Wertles
Did you put the car in service mode? Those look like they are the bolts and plastic washers that help line up the radiator support and bumper. I didn't remove those when I did the work on my car.
I agree those go on the front of the car - helps line up the metal bumper.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2015 | 08:33 PM
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Wertles and kahnfucious you are both correct, that is exactly where they go. Thank you! Jc130chief thank you also.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2015 | 05:54 AM
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Alignment screws and washer , correct. Those two are right on point.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2015 | 07:08 AM
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When re-installing them, install them finger tight until you align bolt the radiator support and bumper support. Otherwise you'll have a hell of a time getting everything to fit together: basically, you want those bushings to move a little as you install the other bits.
 
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