12 42 500 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Battery Positive Lead (Between Alternator, Starter Motor And Battery Positive Terminal) (N62)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
BATTERY POSITIVE LEAD REMOVAL STEP
| Work step | Note: |
|---|---|
| Switch off ignition. | |
| Disconnect negative battery lead. | Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery. |
| Remove intake air manifold. | |
| Remove right fresh air duct. | |
| Remove bulkhead, equipment compartment, center. | |
| Remove suction filter housing. | |
| Remove A/C compressor drive belt. | |
| Release battery positive lead at terminal. | |
| Remove check valve on right side (cylinder bank 1 to 4). | |
| Detach battery positive lead from alternator. | Tightening torque, 12 31 1AZ |
| Lift engine hood into assembly position. | |
| Secure engine in installation position with special tool. | |
| Release both engine mounts from above. | |
| Release grounding strap on engine support arm. | |
| Release A/C compressor and place to one side. | |
| Lower front axle. | |
| Remove right exhaust manifold. | |
| Remove heat shield from starter motor. | |
| Detach battery positive lead from starter motor. | Tightening torque, 12 41 4AZ |
| Remove battery positive lead. |