Replacing Grooved Ball Bearing In Crankshaft

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Clutch removed, refer to CLUTCHES - 5 SERIES (E39) .

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

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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 Guide Bearing

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