12 41 041 Replacing the starter motor solenoid switch

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition.
Remove starter motor.

Slacken nut (1).

Remove the cable shoe (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Shoe And Nut

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Attention!

Do not twist the cable shoe (2) when tightening, risk of shorting to starter motor housing.

Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ .

Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Remove the solenoid switch (1) and the spring (2).

Detach the bolt (3).

Installation note:

Check the bolt (3) for wear and grease the bolt.

Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Switch, Spring And Bolt

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