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31 53 040 Removing and installing/replacing right output shaft bearing block

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WARNING: N62, N63: 
Risk of short circuits!
There is a danger of short circuiting on account of the small distance between the bearing block screw connection and the starter motor.
Disconnect battery negative lead.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Remove bearing block from oil sump.

Installation: 

Replace O-RING .

Tightening torque 31 60 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Sump Bearing Block Screws
G08577459Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: