12 42 500 Replacing battery positive lead between starter, alternator and battery positive terminal (N52T)

Necessary preliminary work:

Fold back cover (1).

Release nut underneath. Remove positive battery cable from positive battery connection point.

Tightening torque, 12 42 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Back Cover Of Positive Battery Cable

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Release battery positive lead (1) from retainers (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Battery Positive Lead And Retainers

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Release clamp (1).

Release clamps (2).

Unlock tab (3) in direction of arrow. Remove top part of cable holder toward the top and uncover wiring harnesses.

Fig 3: Releasing Clamp

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Unfasten nut.

Tightening torque 12 42 2AZ .

Disconnect positive battery cable (2) from starter motor.

Fig 4: Locating Positive Battery Cable Nut

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Remove protective cap (2) and release nut underneath.

Tightening torque 12 42 1AZ .

Remove battery positive lead from alternator and feed out.

Fig 5: Identifying Protective Cap, Alternator And Nut

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NOTE: Reassemble the vehicle.
Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.