61 14... Removing and installing/replacing engine compartment B+ terminal

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES and cables.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove cover from electronics box . See 12 90... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ELECTRONICS BOX or 12 90... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ELECTRONICS BOX .

NOTE: Work is shown on the E82 N52N by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.

Unclip covers (1) and release nuts underneath.

Tightening torque: 61 12 4AZ .

Remove battery positive cables.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Compartment B+ Terminal Cover

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Unclip cover (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Compartment B+ Terminal Cover

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Unscrew nuts (1). Tightening torque: 61 12 4AZ .

Remove battery positive cables.

Release locks (2) and remove frame (3) towards rear from B+ terminal.

Unclip B+ terminal and remove towards front.

Installation:

Make sure frame (3) engages correctly in B+ terminal.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Compartment B+ Terminal Frame, Lock And Nuts

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