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11 21 531 Replacing all main crankshaft bearing shells (N52K): Notes

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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).