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Installing the alternator

WARNING: Working on 12 V electrical system. 
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire! 
  • Make sure that there is no charger connected to the jump start terminal in the engine compartment.
  • Detach battery ground lead from battery.
  • For auxiliary batteries: Detach battery minus cables from all auxiliary batteries.
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Alternator on component carrier
M10x75 tightening torque  38 Nm
M10x125 tightening torque  38 Nm
M10x90 tightening torque  38 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Positive battery cable to the alternator
M8 Tightening torque  19 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Manifold bracket for intake air at cylinder head
M6X16 Tightening torque  8 Nm
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Follow-up work