Mounting engine on assembly stand (N51)
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- 00 1 450
- 11 3 370
- 11 4 440
- 11 9 261
- 11 9 265
IMPORTANT:
Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminium screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification:
Aluminium screws/bolts are not magnetic .
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove engine
Bolt engine or engine block with steel bolts (1) and aluminium bolts (2) to special tool 11 4 440.
To release central bolt, bolt on special tools 11 9 261 and 11 9 265 as well.
Mount engine with special tool 11 3 370 to special tool 00 1 450.