Installing The Current Distributor

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Position the fuse elements -3- in the power distributor in accordance with the wiring diagram and position the marked connection leads in turn, fit the washer -2- and tighten with the fastening nuts -1- . → Tightening torque: 6 ft. lb. → Tightening torque: 11 ft. lb.

Fig 1: Positioning Fuse Elements
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Position the B+ line on the power distributor and tighten with the fastening screws. → Tightening torque: 11 ft. lb.
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If a new power distributor needs to be installed or a fuse element replaced, then a new cover for the fuse elements (blue) and a new seal label (red) must be fitted. The spare parts are summarized in the PET as a package.
Insert the blue cover in power distributor and clip in place.

Fig 2: Positioning Cover
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Close the power distributor until the lid is felt to engage and seal with the red seal label.

Fig 3: Closing Power Distributor
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Check the plastic seal on the power distributor for damage; replace it if in doubt.
Slide the power distributor upwards between the heater/air-conditioning unit and the bulkhead, and engage in the bulkhead.
Screw down power distributor with the two fastening nuts -2- . → Tightening torque: 11 ft. lb.

Fig 4: Installing Power Distributor Nuts And Connector
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Push the B+ of the battery onto the mounting point as far as the stop. Check that the B+ line sits firmly.