11 34 560 Replacing all valve stem seals (M62, S62)
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(cylinder head removed)
Preliminary tasks are described in disassembly and assembly of cylinder head,
refer to 11 12 503 DISMANTLING AND REASSEMBLING CYLINDER HEAD (M62) .
CAUTION:
Do not damage races on bucket tappets. Insert protective film, special tool 11 0 200.
Remove valve stem seal with special tool 11 1 480.
Lubricate valve stem with oil and insert valve. Fit special tool 11 1 960. Coat new valve stem seal (1) with oil and install.
Press-fit valve stem seal firmly home by hand using special tool 11 1 200.
Remove special tool 11 1 960.