11 21 571 Replacing roller ball bearing in crankshaft (N52K)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove guide bearing with special tool 11 2 340.

Fig 1: Removing Guide Bearing Using Special Tool 11 2 340

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Install new thrust bearing and drive firmly home with special tool 11 2 350 in conjunction with special tool 00 5 500.

Fig 2: Installing Thrust Bearing Using Special Tool (11 2 350 And 00 5 500)

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Assemble engine.