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Making Ground Connection Using A Rivet Nut

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  1. Drill a hole. > Diameter 4 mm 
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    Drilling hole

  2. Remove dirt and primer using an end brush > 9399/3 - end brush  .
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    Removing primer

  3. Drill out the bore. > Diameter 11 mm 
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    Drilling out bore

  4. De-burr the bore on both sides.
  5. Fit and tighten blind rivet nut. > BLIND RIVET NUT 999.500.196.01  > V.A.G 1765C - Pop Rivet Nut Pliers 
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    Tightening blind rivets

  6. Screw on components using a countersunk screw. > COUNTERSUNK SCREW 999.073.549.01 
  7. Tighten threaded joint to the specified torque. > Tightening torque 15 N.m (11 ft.lb)