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11 14 110 Removing and installing, sealing/replacing rear timing case cover (N57 Diesel)

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Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary work: 

Release bolt holding high pressure pump.

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
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On engines N57 and up to 03/2011  .

Remove beaded metal gasket (1).

Check fitting sleeves (2) for damage, replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Beaded Metal Gasket And Fitting Sleeves
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On engines N57 from 03/2011  .

Installation note: 

Application time of sealing bead (1) max. 12 min.

Remove gasket remnants with special tool 11 4 470 .

Apply sealing bead (1) at marked points.

Thickness of SEALING BEAD : 1.5 to 2.0 mm  .

Fig 3: Identifying Sealant Application Areas
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Preassemble special tool 11 8 815 on crankshaft.

Fit accelerator pedal module ring (1) with end cover dry and without lubricant.

Fig 4: Installing Accelerator Pedal Module Ring
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Insert bolts (1).

Fig 5: Identifying Screws
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Secure special tool 00 9 120 with bolts (1).

Tightening torque: 11 14 2AZ .

Fig 6: Securing Special Tool (00 9 120) With Bolts
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Insert screw (1) of high pressure pump (if fitted).

Fig 7: Inserting Screw Of High Pressure Pump
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Assemble engine.