Installing the rear timing case cover

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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.

Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE) .

Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803 .

SEALING COMPOUND SPECIFICATION

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

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

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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.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

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Remove the seal residue in areas (1) using special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470) .
Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

Check the fitting sleeves (2) for a correct fit and damage, replace if necessary.

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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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

Remove the seal residue in areas (1) using special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470) .
Clean areas (1) with the brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

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.

Apply liquid sealing compound with a strong sealing bead of 1.5 mm to 2.0 mm in areas (1) .

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Install special tool 0 496 137 (11 8 815) on the crankshaft.

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Carefully mount the timing case cover and position it correctly at the lining sleeves.
Replace screws (1) to (11) .
Parts: Screws
Tighten the screws in order from (1) to (11) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

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

Fig 1: Timing Case Cover Screws Tightening Sequence

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Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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Follow-up work

Refer to REFITTING SUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FLYWHEEL .
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 ATTACHING THE OIL RETURN LINE FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to BLOCKING THE CAMSHAFTS .
Refer to INSTALLING EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to PRELOAD TIMING CHAIN .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE .
Refer to DISASSEMBLING ALL SPECIAL TOOLS .
Refer to CRANKING ENGINE TWICE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT ENGINE ENCAPSULATION .
Refer to INSTALLING AUXILIARY COOLANT PUMP FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALLING BOTH ACTUATORS (ENGINE REMOVED) .
Refer to PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to PREPARING THE INJECTORS FOR INSTALLATION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HIGH-PRESSURE LINE BETWEEN THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP AND THE HIGH-PRESSURE RAIL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE IGNITION COILS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE PLENUM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE TANK VENT VALVE .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL FILTER CAP .
Refer to REMOVING ENGINE FROM ASSEMBLY STAND .
Refer to INSTALLING THE RIGHT ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET .
Refer to INSTALLING ENGINE .
Refer to TOPPING UP THE MOTOR OIL .