11 14 141 Replacing front crankshaft seal (M57T2)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Fit special tool 11 1 212 to crankshaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (11 1 212) On Crankshaft

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Removing crankshaft seal:

Screw in special tool 11 1 210 until it has made firm contact with crankshaft seal.

Then remove crankshaft seal by turning screw.

Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Seal

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Fit special tool 11 6 470 to crankshaft.

Lubricate special tool 11 6 470.

IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances touch sealing lip of new crankshaft seal with your fingers.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (11 6 470)

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Slide new crankshaft seal over special tool 11 6 470 until crankshaft seal rests against timing case cover.

Remove special tool 11 6 470.

Screw special tool 11 6 490 into crankshaft and tighten down.

Fig 4: Tightening Crankshaft

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Fit special tool 11 5 110 to crankshaft.

With special tool 11 5 110 and central nut of special tool 11 6 490, insert crankshaft seal until it is flush with timing case cover.

Fig 5: Inserting Crankshaft Seal

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Assemble engine.

Check engine for leaks.