Impact Wrench, Using

Pay attention to additional information in the service information.

Exceptions:

• Impact wrenches are not permitted when working within an opened high-voltage battery or when working near natural gas systems. Pay attention to the general information.

Removing/loosening:

• Removing or loosening nuts using a suitable impact wrench is generally permitted.
• Bolts (bolt head and protruding threads) and nuts must be cleaned before removal.

Installing/tightening:

Installing or tightening nuts using a suitable impact wrench is permitted, if the conditions that follow are adhered to.

• Position the bolts and nuts by hand.
• Only use an impact wrench with an adjustable speed and torque range.
• The impact function of the impact wrench must not be used.
• The maximum speed must not exceed 300 RPM.
• Use suitable screwdriver bits (such as plastic-coated bits) near delicate surfaces.
• Use a low speed when installing or tightening bolts with locking fluid or self-locking nuts.
• Only install or tighten bolts and nuts until they stop.
• Apply the additional tightening specification by hand using a torque wrench.
• To perform the additional turn, use a torque wrench with an angle gauge or a rigid wrench.