11 22 500 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Flywheel (M52/S52/M52TU/M54/S54)

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Special Tools Required:

11 2 170

(Clutch removed)

Lock flywheel with special tool 11 2 170.

Fig 1: Securing Flywheel With Special Tool

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Unfasten screws and remove flywheel.

Fig 2: Identifying Flywheel Screws

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Installation:

Check dowel sleeve for damage and correct installation position.

Fig 3: Locating Dowel Sleeve
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Installation:

Position of dowel sleeve (1) in dual-mass flywheel is identified by two notches next to associated bolt hole.

Fig 4: Locating Position Of Dowel Sleeve In Dual-Mass Flywheel
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Installation:

Clean thread and install new micro-encapsulated screws.
Tightening torque, refer to 11 22 1AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 5: Identifying Flywheel Retaining Screws
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