Replace rear crankshaft radial seal - AR03.20-P-3063GZ: Notes

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ENGINE 113.964 in MODEL 164.175

Fig 1: Identifying End Cover, Rear Crankshaft Radial Seal, Drive Plate, Flex Plate And Bolts

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	Remove/Install
	Risk of death cased by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between the columns of the hydraulic hoist and position the four support plates below the hoist support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
1	Remove automatic transmission		AR27.10-P-0500GZ
2	Remove drive plate (3)		AR03.30-P-8001GZ
3	Remove end cover (1)	The crankshaft radial sealing ring (2) at the end cover (1) cannot be exchanged. This end cover (1) is fitted at the factory and therefore must be replaced. Crankshaft radial sealing ring (2) must not be pushed out when the end cover (1) is fitted.	AR01.40-P-8913GZ
4	Remove crankshaft radial seal (2)	Installation: First of all install the end cover (1), then install the crankshaft radial sealing ring (2):↓
		Install crankshaft radial seal	AR03.20-P-3063-01B
		Installation tool	Figure
5	Install in the reverse order
6	Check engine oil level and correct if required.	Vehicle must be horizontal and standing on its wheels. Measuring errors can occur if this requirement is not observed.	AR18.00-P-3035-01GZ
	Risk of accident caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury caused by contusions and burns when working in engine during starting procedure	Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not grasp hot or rotating parts.	AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
7	Conduct engine test run and check the engine for oil leaks	In the event of oil loss determine and eliminate cause, otherwise malfunctions, transmission damage, and serious environmental pollution may occur.

Fig 2: Identifying Installation Tool (111 589 08 43 00)

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