Replacing Battery Positive Lead (Between Starter, Alternator and Battery Positive Terminal)

12 42 500 - Replacing battery positive lead (between starter, alternator and battery positive terminal)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit
- Switch off ignition
- Disconnect battery negative lead
Observe instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery
- Remove intake air manifold





Release screw, remove battery positive lead (1) from battery positive terminal.
Tightening torque 12 42 1AZ 12 42 Starter Line.





Release nut and remove battery positive lead (1) from alternator.
Tightening torque 12 31 1AZ [1][2]Specifications.





Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Unfasten nut.
Tightening torque 12 41 3AZ 12 41 Starter Motor With Mounting.
Detach battery positive lead (2) from starter motor and remove.





Note:
Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.