Replacing rear timing case cover

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Replacement: Remount crankshaft sensor

For timing case cover replacements:

Remount crankshaft sensor.

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 multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

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

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

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.

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

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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 (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE) .

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 SPECIFICATION

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).

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

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