11 14 250 Removing and installing/sealing rear coolant end cover (N63)

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Special tools required:

11 4 470

WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable container.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FLYWHEEL .
Drain COOLANT .

Release all screws in area (1).

Tightening torque 11 14 5AZ .

Remove end cover.

NOTE: Clean sealing surfaces with special tool 11 4 470 .

Fig 1: Identifying End Cover Screws Area

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Installation:

Replace profile seal (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Profile Seal

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Assemble engine.