Replacing rear timing case cover

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 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: 11 00... Overview of consumables in applicable 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.
• Apply the sealing compound in area (1) along the inner edge.

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  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 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°

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

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