Install the radial shaft seal
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- Coat the housing of the sheet metal flange of the radial shaft seal with approved rear differential fluid.
- Strike in the radial shaft seal with the matching special tool 0 495 860 (33 5 130) or 0 495 862 (33 5 140) up to the stop.
- Remove the special tool 0 495 860 (33 5 130) or 0 495 862 (33 5 140) .