Replacing positive battery cable between starter motor, alternator and positive battery connection point (N55T0 Engine) (2016-2018)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
• Switch off ignition.
• Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
• Remove INTAKE PLENUM .
• Remove TRAILING LINK .

Loosen positive battery cable (1).

Tightening torque 12 42 3AZ .

Release clamp (2).

Feed out positive battery cable.

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Release positive battery cable from clamp (1).

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Release rear cable strap (1) on cylinder head cover.

Replace cable straps.

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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 12 42 2AZ .

Disconnect positive battery cable from starter motor.

Release cable strap (2).

Replace cable straps.

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Remove protective cap and release nut underneath.

Tightening torque 12 42 1AZ .

Disconnect positive battery cable (1) from alternator.

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Unclip positive battery cable from holder (1) and remove.

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