Removing flywheel

CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.

Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Fasten the flywheel with the special tool 0 493 938 (11 9 260) and tighten with the special tool 0 494 130 (11 9 264 ).
Release screws (1 - 8).
Guide out the flywheel (A) and remove.

Fig 1: Flywheel Screws Loosening Sequence
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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 multi-pin connectors directly.
- Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
- For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION .
Feed out the pulse wheel (1) and remove.
Protect the pulse wheel (1) from shavings in a plastic bag.
The pulse wheel (1) is magnetic, place the pulse wheel (1) in the correct position.