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Securing B+ (battery positive) wire to alternator

Note

t	If the B+ wire is not tightened to the specified torque setting, the following may occur:

t	The battery will not be charged fully.

t	Vehicle electrics or electronics fail completely (breakdown).

t	Danger of fires from sparks

t	Damage to electronic components and control units due to excessive voltage

The torque setting for the B+ wire -arrow- securing nut is 15 Nm.

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