Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
HV Battery: Reassembly
- INSPECT ROTOR BUSH OF MG2 ASSEMBLY
Using a dial indicator, measure the inside diameter of the rotor bush.
Standard diameter:
20.025-20.046 mm (0.78838-0.78921 in.)
Maximum diameter:
20.096 mm (0.79118 in.)
If the inside diameter exceeds the limit, replace the MG2 assembly.
- PLACE WOOD BLOCK UNDER MG1 ASSEMBLY TO STABILIZE
- INSTALL DRAIN PLUG AND SCREW PLUG (MG1 side)
- Apply liquid sealer to the screw plug and install it to the MG1 assembly with a hexagon wrench.
Sealant:
Part No. 08833-00080, TREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE
242 or equivalent
Torque: 12.7 N.m (130 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf)
- Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Torque: 39 N.m (400 kgf.cm, 29 ft.lbf)
- Apply liquid sealer to the screw plug and install it to the MG1 assembly with a hexagon wrench.
- PLACE WOOD BLOCK UNDER MG2 ASSEMBLY
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.