21 51 500 Removing and installing or replacing clutch release bearing/lever

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 BMW 340i and 2017 BMW 340i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: (gearbox removed)

Do not disassemble clutch operator! Otherwise there is a risk of the clutch operator being incorrectly reassembled.

NOTE: Release bearing (1) and release lever (2) have been combined to form a clutch operator.
Do not grease sliding surfaces.

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Removal:

Remove clutch operator (1) from wire spring clip (2) and remove.

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Installation:

Installation note:

Check wire spring clip (2) and ball pin (1) for damage and replace if necessary.

Apply a thin coating of grease to ball pin (1).

Specified grease: refer to CLUTCH - OPERATING FLUIDS .

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Clean guide sleeve (1).

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Slide release module (1) onto output shaft and clamp behind wire spring clip (2).

Installation note:

Do not grease guide sleeve.

IMPORTANT: If guide sleeve is greased, the release lever can stick on the guide sleeve.

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