Replacing the crankshaft seal on the transmission side (S63T2) (X5 M)
IMPORTANT:
The crankshaft seal can only be replaced completely with the end cover. The crankshaft seal is an integral part of the end cover and cannot be replaced individually.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drain ENGINE OIL .
- Remove FLYWHEEL .
Release screws (1).
Unfasten screws (2).
Carefully remove end cover with crankshaft seal.
NOTE:
Support bush (2) is included in delivery specification.
If the crankshaft seal (1) is stored for more than six months without the support sleeve (2), its operational reliability will no longer be guaranteed.
If the crankshaft seal (1) is stored for more than six months without the support sleeve (2), its operational reliability will no longer be guaranteed.
Crankshaft seal (1) must not be reused in this case!
Support bush (2) remains in the crankshaft seal (1) and is used as a slip bush during described installation described below.
IMPORTANT:
The sealing lip of the crankshaft seal (1) is highly sensitive and must not be kinked.
NOTE:
Check fitting sleeves (1) for damage and correct installation position.
Clean sealing surface (2) so that it is free from oil and grease.
Coat contact edges on separating face along oil sump (see arrows) with DREI BOND 1209 2.1 .
Clean sealing surface (2) so that it is free from oil and grease.
Coat contact edges on separating face along oil sump (see arrows) with DREI BOND 1209 2.1 .
NOTE:
Lightly oil running surface of crankshaft.
Fit end cover (1) with support bush (2) on crankshaft and push on carefully.
NOTE:
Graphic (N62TU).
Insert screws (2) and initially tighten without play.
Insert screws (1) and initially tighten without play.
Tighten down bolts (2) from inside outwards.
Tighten down screws (1) from inside outwards.
Tightening torque 11 14 4AZ .
Assemble engine.