Replacing rear timing case cover

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Replacement: Remount crankshaft sensor

For timing case cover replacements:
Remount crankshaft sensor.

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge .
Damage to or destruction of electrical components .

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multipin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Loosen the screw (1) and remount the crankshaft sensor (2) .
Tighten down screw (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Crankshaft sensor to timing case cover
	Tightening torque	4.6 Nm

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface .
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage .

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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Remove the seal residue in areas (1) using special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470) .
Check the fitting sleeves (1) for damage and replace as needed.
Check for correct fit of fitting sleeves (1) .

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES .

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The processing time of the liquid sealing compound can be at a maximum of 10 min.
Commissioning of the assembly is not possible until 25 minutes after the processing time.
Non-observance can lead to leaks in the assembly.

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Apply the sealing compound in area (1) along the inner edge.

SEALING COMPOUND DESCRIPTION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Height of the sealing bead
	2.0 mm... 2.5 mm

Mount special tool 0 496 137 (11 8 815) and 0 496 132 (11 8 810) on the crankshaft .

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Replace screws (1) to (11) .
Parts: Screws
Carefully mount the new timing case cover (A) .

Tighten screws in the sequence (1) to (11) .

Fig 1: Rear Timing Case Cover Screws Tightening Sequence

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Rear timing case cover on crankcase
M6 x 31 Replace screws.	Joining torque	8 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

Connect and lock the connector (1) .
Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.

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Follow-up work

Refer to REFITTING SUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING FLYWHEEL (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) .
Refer to INSTALLING FLYWHEEL (MANUAL GEARBOX) .
Refer to SEALING THE OIL DUCT .
Refer to CLEANING SEALING SURFACES .
Refer to REPLACING CYLINDER HEAD GASKET .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CYLINDER HEAD .
Refer to ADJUSTING THE CAMSHAFTS WITH THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to BLOCKING THE CRANKSHAFT IN HE TDC FIRING POSITION OF CYLINDER 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to PRE-TENSIONING THE TIMING CHAIN WITH THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to DISASSEMBLING ALL SPECIAL TOOLS .
Refer to INSTALLING CHAIN TENSIONER .
Refer to CHECKING THE TIMINGS OF THE CAMSHAFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE SERVOMOTOR FOR THE ECCENTRIC SHAFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE PLENUM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE TANK VENT VALVE .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OIL RETURN LINE FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OIL FEED LINE FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER (ENGINE REMOVED) .
Refer to INSTALLING CYLINDER HEAD COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING BOTH ACTUATORS .
Refer to PREPARING THE INJECTORS FOR INSTALLATION .
Refer to INSTALLING INJECTORS .
Refer to INSTALLING HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HIGH-PRESSURE LINE BETWEEN THE HIGH-PRESSURE RAIL AND THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING ALL SPARK PLUGS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE IGNITION COILS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OXYGEN SENSOR MONITOR .
Refer to INSTALLING LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR .
Refer to PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE CLEAN AIR PIPE .
Refer to INSTALLING CLEAN AIR PIPE .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: PARTIALLY INSTALLING ENGINE VENTILATION LINE .
Refer to REMOVING THE ENGINE FROM THE ASSEMBLY JIG .
Refer to ATTACHING THE ENGINE TO THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION .
Refer to INSTALLING ENGINE ON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .
Refer to INSTALLING ENGINE .