12 42 Alternator lead
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - ALTERNATOR LEAD
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Battery positive lead to alternator terminal 30 | N63 / S63 | M8 | 19 Nm | |
| 2AZ Battery positive lead to starter | N63 / S63 | M8 | 13 Nm | |
| 3AZ Battery positive lead to battery positive terminal | N63 / S63 | M8 | Hexagon screw with internal Torx drive | 15 Nm |
| 4AZ Grounding cable to engine support frame | N63 / S63 | M8 | 19 Nm | |
| 5AZ Ground cable to longitudinal member | N63 / S63 | M8 | 19 Nm | |
| 6AZ Grounding cable to battery negative terminal | N63 / S63 | M8 | 15 Nm | |
| 7AZ Battery positive lead holder to crankcase | N63 / S63 | M6 | 10 Nm |