11 14 141 Replacing radial seal in lower timing case cover

Special tools required:

NOTE: For special tools, refer to ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

NOTE: This repair instruction is valid for the following engines:

NOTE: Version where vibration damper and hub are two parts: Remove hub for vibration damper.

Fit special tool 11 2 383 to crankshaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 11 2 383

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Fit special tool 11 2 385 to crankshaft.

Align groove of special tool 11 2 385 to featherkey of crankshaft.

NOTE: Special tool 11 2 385 centers special tool 11 2 380.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool 11 2 385

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Screw in special tool 11 2 380 until it has made firm contact with radial seal.

Remove radial seal by tightening screw on special tool.

Fig 3: Removing Radial Seal

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Installation:

Coat sealing lips of new radial sealing ring with oil.

Using special tool 11 3 280 and centering screw, install new radial seal flush with timing case cover.

Fig 4: Installing New Radial Seal Flush With Timing Case Cover

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