11 21 571 Replacing grooved ball bearings in crankshaft (S65)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CLUTCH .

Remove grooved ball bearing with special tool 11 2 340 in conjunction with special tool 11 2 016.

Fig 1: Removing Grooved Ball Bearing With Special Tool (11 2 340)

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Installation:

Replace guide bearing.

Drive in guide bearing as far as it will go with special tools 11 2 350 and 005500 MANDREL .

Fig 2: Driving Guide Bearing

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Assemble engine.