Bolts and Nuts
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- Loosen the bolts opposite the tightening sequence.
- Nuts and bolts which secure covers and housings should be tightened in steps according to the specified tightening sequence and method.
- Nuts and bolts which secure covers and housings should be loosened and tightened crosswise in stages if no tightening sequence is specified.
- The tightening specifications apply to unlubricated bolts and nuts unless otherwise specified.
- Replace the self-locking nuts and bolts.
- Use a wire brush to clean the threads of bolts that were screwed in with locking compound. Install the bolts with Locking Fluid:AMV 185 101 A1 .
- Threaded holes used for self-locking bolts or bolts coated with locking fluid must be cleaned, for example with a thread tap. Otherwise there is a risk that the bolts will shear the next time they are removed.