61 13 Plug connectors
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION - PLUG CONNECTORS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Fuse box mounting bolts in engine compartment | R50/R52/R53/R60/R61 | 5 Nm | ||
| R55/R56/R57/R58/R59 | M6 | 5 Nm | ||
| R60/R61/from 04/2015 | M6x20 microencapsulated | Replace screws | 3 Nm | |
| 2AZ Ground connection on left spring strut | R50/R52/R53 | 9 Nm | ||
| 3AZ Ground connection on engine carrier | R50 | M8 | 22 Nm | |
| 4AZ Battery cable to fuse box in engine compartment | R50/R52/R53/R60/R61 | 22 Nm | ||
| R55/R56/R57/R58/R59 | M8 | 8 Nm ± 0.5 Nm | ||
| 5AZ Fuse box in the passenger compartment | R50/R52/R53 | 6 Nm | ||
| 6AZ Battery cable to bridge connections - nuts | R53 | 13 Nm | ||
| 7AZ Nut for safety fuse to bridge connection (top) | R53 | M8 | 15 Nm |