11 21 500 Replacing crankshaft (N52K): Installation

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Always replace nozzles (1).

Fig 1: Drive In Nozzles Using Special Tool 11 9 360

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Replace CRANKSHAFT RADIAL SEAL at front.

Replace CRANKSHAFT RADIAL SEAL (transmission side).

Use PRIMER 1.3 AND LIQUID GASKET 1.4 .

Prepare liquid gasket (1) in special tool 11 4 370 .

Screw on nozzle for injecting liquid gasket.

Fig 1: Identifying Injector, Sealing Compound And Bottle

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Slowly insert liquid gasket (1) with special tool 11 4 370 in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Inserting Liquid Gasket Using Special Tool 11 4 370

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Stop (seal off) escaping liquid gasket with primer 1.3.

(Picture shows N40).

Fig 3: Escaping Liquid Gasket With Primer

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Assemble engine.