Activating the 48 V electrical system
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Precondition
Ignition is switched off.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the 48-V battery
If a 48-V battery disconnected from the on-board electrical system is activated, the battery electronics are damaged.
Damage to the 48-V battery
If a 48-V battery disconnected from the on-board electrical system is activated, the battery electronics are damaged.
- Only ever activate the 48 V electrical system when the 48 V battery is fully connected up.
- Raise the battery ground cable.
- Remove special tool 2 452 007
.
- Release the negative battery cable of the 48-V battery from the attachment.
- Position the negative battery cable of the 48-V battery on the negative battery terminal.
- Tighten nut (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Negative battery cable to 48-V battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Nut M8 | Tightening torque | 19 Nm |
- Connect the connector of the CAN bus and lock it.
- Clip in clip.
- Activate the 48 V electrical system by closing the hood.
Activation is automatic.