11 34 560 Replacing all valve stem seals (M62, S62)

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(cylinder head removed)

Preliminary tasks are described in disassembly and assembly of cylinder head, refer to 11 12 503 DISMANTLING AND REASSEMBLING CYLINDER HEAD (M62) .

CAUTION: Do not damage races on bucket tappets. Insert protective film, special tool 11 0 200.

Fig 1: Inserting Protective Film Special Tool 11 0 200

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Remove valve stem seal with special tool 11 1 480.

Fig 2: Removing Valve Stem Seal With Special Tool 11 1 480

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Lubricate valve stem with oil and insert valve. Fit special tool 11 1 960. Coat new valve stem seal (1) with oil and install.

Fig 3: Identifying Valve Stem Seal

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Press-fit valve stem seal firmly home by hand using special tool 11 1 200.

Remove special tool 11 1 960.

Fig 4: Pressing Valve Stem Seal Using Special Tool 11 1 960

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