11 21 571 Replacing Roller Ball Bearing In Crankshaft (N52K)

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Special tools required:

00 5 500
11 2 340
11 2 350

Necessary preliminary tasks: Remove clutch.

Remove guide bearing with special tool 11 2 340.

Fig 1: Removing Guide Bearing With Special Tool 11 2 34

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Install new thrust bearing and drive firmly home with special tool 11 2 350 in conjunction with special tool 00 5 500.

Fig 2: Installing New Thrust Bearing And Drive Firmly Home With Special Tool

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Assemble engine.