11 23 031 Removing and installing/replacing hub for vibration damper (M62)

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Removing vibration damper,

refer to 11 23 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING VIBRATION DAMPER (M62)

Remove cooling air duct for alternator.

Fig 1: Removing Cooling Air Duct For Alternator

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Remove brake air duct, left and right.

Release retainer for pressure line from engine support.

Pay attention to dowel pin.

Secure special tool 11 2 450.

NOTE: Protect engine bracket from damage.
Insert wood between engine support and special tool 11 2 450.

Unscrew central bolt.

Fig 2: Unscrewing Central Bolt

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Installation

Replace central screw.

Tighten the central screw with torque.

For tightening torque, refer to 11 23 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 540i .

Installation

Place special tool 11 3 460 on special tool 11 2 450.

NOTE: Special tool 11 3 460 is magnetic.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool 11 3 460

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Installation

Select 0° location and mark on insertion nut. Tighten the central screw with torsion angle.

For tightening torque, refer to 11 23 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 540i .

Fig 4: Tightening Central Screw With Torsion Angle

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