23 12 055 Replacing Radial Seal For Output Flange (S5D 260Z/ 310Z): Installation:

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Tightening torque, 23 71 1AZ / 2AZ. Refer to 23 71 TRANSMISSION MOUNTS .

Brace output flange with special tool 23 0 020.

Fig 1: Releasing Collar Nut

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Release collar nut (1) with special tool 23 2 320.

Install collar nut (1) with screw retaining compound.

Tightening torque, 23 21 1AZ. Refer to 23 21 TRANSMISSION SHAFTS .

Detach output flange with special tool 33 1150 from output shaft.

Heat output flange to approx. 80°C and push onto output shaft.

Fig 1: Removing Output Flange

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Remove radial seal with special tool 00 5 010.

Fig 2: Removing Radial Seal

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Coat sealing lips of new radial seal (3) with transmission oil.

Drive radial seal (3) home flush with special tool 23 2 300.

NOTE: To drive in: use a plastic hammer.

Fig 3: Installing Radial Seal

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