11 21 571 Replacing grooved ball bearing in crankshaft (M52 / S52 / M52TU / M54 / S50 / S54)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - Z3 .

Special Tools Required:

00 5 500
11 2 340
11 2 350

(Clutch removed)

Important!

In version with needle bearing (1) in dual-mass flywheel (2), no grooved ball bearing may be fitted in the crankshaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Needle Bearing In Dual-Mass Flywheel

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Version With Grooved Ball Bearing:

Remove guide bearing with special tool 11 2 340.

Fig 2: Removing Guide Bearing With Special Tool 11 2 340

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Install new thrust bearing and drive firmly home with special tool 11 2 350 in conjunction with special tool 00 5 500.

Fig 3: Installing Thrust Bearing With Special Tool 11 2 350

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