11 22 500 Removing and installing or replacing flywheel (M52 / S52 / M52TU / M54 / S54)

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Special tools required:

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(clutch removed)

Lock flywheel with special tool 11 2 170.

Fig 1: Locking Flywheel With Special Tool

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Unfasten screws and remove flywheel.

Fig 2: Unfastening Screws & Removing Flywheel

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Installation:

Check dowel sleeve for damage and correct installation position.

Fig 3: Checking Dowel Sleeve For Damage & Correcting Installation Position

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Installation:

Position of dowel sleeve (1) in dual-mass flywheel is identified by two notches next to associated bolt hole.

Fig 4: Position of dowel sleeve

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Installation:

Clean thread and install new micro-encapsulated screws.
Tightening torque. Refer to ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES (E46) .

Fig 5: Cleaning Thread & Installing New Micro-Encapsulated Screws

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