Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Polo Mk3 > Vehicle electrics | Electrical system | Starter-current supply-CC | Removing and installing alternator with poly V-belt | Compact alternator with poly V-belt drive, vehicles 05.99 ? | Securing B+ (battery positive) wire to alternator

Securing B+ (battery positive) wire to alternator

Note

t	The threaded connection for the + wire on the compact alternator is designated B1+!

t	If the B1+ 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 securing nut of B1+ wire -arrow- is 15 Nm.

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