12 42 500 Removing and installing or replacing battery positive lead (between alternator, starter motor and battery positive support point) (N62)
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Switch off ignition. Disconnect battery negative lead. Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery .
Remove INTAKE MANIFOLD . Detach battery positive lead from support point. Remove HEATER BULKHEAD . Remove GENERATOR DRIVE BELT 4.4L (N62) . Detach battery positive lead from alternator.
Tightening torque, see ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES . Remove reinforcement plate. Remove heat shield from starter motor. Detach battery positive lead from starter motor. Remove battery positive lead.