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Home >> BMW >> 2021 >> X3 M40i >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Mechanical >> Mechanical >> Engine Oil Pan, Timing Case Cover, Crankshaft Seal, Crankcase Ventilation System -- Repair (G01) >> 11 14 Timing Housing Cover >> 11 14 110 Removing and installing/sealing or replacing lower timing case cover (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV) >> Installing the rear timing case cover

Installing the rear timing case cover

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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CONSUMABLE DESCRIPTION

Brake cleaner 2.0  500 ml, Spray can 83192365214
20, Canister 83192365215
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.
G12728417Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
CONSUMABLE DESCRIPTION

Brake cleaner 2.0  500 ml, Spray can 83192365214
20, Canister 83192365215
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Parts:  Sealing compound

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SEALING COMPOUND SPECIFICATION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound 
Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature 
50 ml, Cartridge 83190404517
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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TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Height of the sealing bead  2.0 mm... 2.5 mm
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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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Radial shaft seal damage. 
Taping the sealing lip (inner) and applying oil to the radial shaft seal will lead to its destruction. 
  • Do not tap the sealing lip (inner) of the radial shaft seal.
  • Do not apply oil to the radial shaft seal.
  • Install the radial shaft seal dry.
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Follow-up work