Install the acoustic cover for the oil sump
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- Insert and install the acoustic cover of the oil sump.
- Feed in all the expanding rivets (1) in the marked area and install.
- Connect and lock the connector (1).
- Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.
- Secure clamps (2).
- Insert and install the positive battery cable (4).
- Secure positive battery cable (4) at the clamp (5).
- Tighten the nut (3) hand-tight.
CAUTION:
Improper routing of the positive battery cable
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Risk of short circuits!
Risk of short circuits!
- Route the positive battery cable without abrasions and do not trap.
- Correctly attach the positive battery cable (1) to the anti-twist lock (2).
- Tighten nut (3).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Battery positive lead to starter | |
|---|---|
| M8 | Tightening torque 13.5 Nm |
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING THE STIFFENING PLATE .
- Refer to CONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .