11 23 010 Removing and installing/replacing vibration damper (N55) (X6 xDrive 35i, X6 sDrive 35i)

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Gearbox removed:

Block crankshaft with special tool 11 9 260.

NOTE: Picture of flywheel removal.

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NOTE: Gearbox installed with manual gearbox:

Block crankshaft with special tool 11 8 180.

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NOTE: Gearbox installed with automatic transmission:

Block crankshaft with special tool 11 8 660.

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IMPORTANT: Do not release central bolt.

If the central bolt is accidentally loosened, the timing must be readjusted.

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Release screws (1 to 8).

Remove vibration damper (1).

Screws on vibration damper

Tightening torque 11 23 1AZ .

Fig 1: Vibration Damper Screws Loosening Sequence

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Assemble engine.