Sealing Flange, Removing And Installing, Transmission Side: Installing

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Fig 1: Cleaning Sealing Surfaces

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CAUTION:

Risk of injuring the eyes from sealant residue.

- Wear protective eyewear.

-- Remove the sealant residue on the cylinder block -1- using a flat-blade scraper or a rotating plastic brush.

-- Clean any oil or grease off the sealing surfaces.

Check the sealing lip of the sealing flange, it must not be kinked or damaged.

Fig 2: Sealing Lip Must Be Pointed To The Engine
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The sealing lip must be pointed to the engine after installing. If the sealing lip >>folds<< outward when installing, leaks will result.

-- Inspect the :T10122/6A -B- ; it must not have any sharp edges or be dirty.

Fig 3: Sealing Flange, 2 Guide Pieces Installation Position

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-- Attach the :T10122/1 -A- to the :T10122/6A -B-.

-- Slide the sealing flange -C- on the :T10122/1 -A-, with the outer side on it.

-- Remove the :T10122/1 -A-.

Be sure to check the expiration date of the sealant.

Fig 4: Cut Tube Nozzle At Front Marking
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-- Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter: about 2 mm).

TIP:

Fig 5: Identifying Silicone Sealant Application Area

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In the illustration the :T10122/6A is not shown.

CAUTION:

Risk of engine damage due to excess sealant in the lubrication system.

- Do not apply sealant bead thicker than indicated.

Sealant bead thickness: 2 to 3 mm.
Install the sealing flange within five minutes of applying the sealant.

-- Insert the :T10122/6A -A- with the sealing flange -B- on the crankshaft journal.

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TIP:

It is not necessary to tighten the bolts -arrows-

-- Bring the sealing flange -B- carefully over the guide piece -A- into the installation position. Pay attention to the left and right side of the centering collar.

-- Remove the :T10122/6A -A-.

-- Tighten the sealing flange.

Perform a visual inspection after installation, check if the sealing lip is upside down or damaged in another way.

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the drive plate. Refer to DRIVE PLATE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Check the oil level. Refer to ENGINE OIL .