61 14... Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary power distribution box

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WARNING:

High-voltage system - danger to life!

The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work :

WARNING:

Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.

Follow instructions for DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .

Follow instructions on INTELLIGENT BATTERY SENSOR .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Unclip cable (2) and lay to one side.

Release auxiliary power distribution box (3) in the direction of the arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Auxiliary Power Distribution Box

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Release cover (1) from latch mechanisms and remove.

Fig 2: Locating Cover Latch Mechanisms

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) on cover (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Latch Mechanisms

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Undo Latch mechanisms (1) and remove connector support (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing Auxiliary Power Distribution Box Connector Support

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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ .

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ .

Unscrew nut (3).

Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ .

Slacken nut (4).

Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ .

Slacken nut (5).

Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ .

Feed out auxiliary power distribution box (6).

Fig 5: Identifying Auxiliary Power Distribution Box And Nuts

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Installation note:

Retaining lugs (1) on the auxiliary power distribution box (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 6: Identifying Auxiliary Power Distribution Box Retaining Lugs

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Installation note:

The auxiliary power distribution box must engage correctly in holder (1).

Fig 7: Identifying Auxiliary Power Distribution Box Holder

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