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Creating Ground Connection On Drive Module Rep-Rep-RAI0141-4105503 - V.5

Protective measures! 

Overview of parts:

Material BMW part number Remarks
Blind rivet nut M8 39 20 6 869 531 Clamping area 3 to 4.5 mm
M8 screw 07 12 9 904 655 M8x12
Seam sealing Refer to the list CONSUMABLE .  

Mark position of the hole (1) according to repair instructions and punch-mark component.

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IMPORTANT: If the specified drill bit diameter is not observed:
  • the knurling on the blind rivet nut is rendered useless
  • the component will be damaged when the blind rivet nut is set

Drill a hole (1) with the specified diameter and deburr it; predrill with a smaller drill if necessary.

Countersink hole (1).

Countersink depth 2 mm.

Blind rivet nut Drill diameter in mm
M8 11.0
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Grind area (1) to the bare metal.

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Hand-held riveting device MB512  (sourcing reference BMW WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT CATALOG )

IMPORTANT: Follow manufacturer's operating instructions.
Make sure blind rivet nut correctly contacts component.

Set blind rivet nut with hand-held rivet device (1).

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Secure grounding cable (1) with screw (2).

Screws M8 tightening torque 41 11 6AZ .

Complete seal of screw (2) and cable head of ground cable (1) with seam sealing.

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