11 14 005 Replacing front crankshaft seal (N57 Diesel)

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Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: Accelerator pedal module rings must be installed in a dry condition.
Do not use engine oil or lubricant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove VIBRATION DAMPER .
Lever out FPM ring using suitable tool.

Fasten special tool 11 8 801 on the crankshaft with 11 8 802 .

NOTE: Graphic N47.

Fig 1: Fastening Special Tool 11 8 801 On Crankshaft With Special Tool 11 8 802

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Position accelerator pedal module ring on the special tool 11 8 801 .

NOTE: Graphic N47.

Fig 2: Positioning Accelerator Pedal Module Ring On Special Tool 11 8 801

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Pull on accelerator pedal module-ring with special tool 11 8 803 and 11 8 804 .

Screw in special tool 11 8 803 until it is flush with the crankcase.

NOTE: Graphic N47.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tools

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Assemble engine.

IMPORTANT: Do not start engine without drive belt (risk of damage!) .

Check engine for leak tightness.