Removing Flywheel

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Component overview

Dual-mass flywheel (DMF)
Internal-serration screw, M10 x 29, 10 ea.
Clutch plate
Clutch pressure plate
Cheese head bolt, M8

Position special tool toothed segment 9538/1 -1- for countering at the starter ring gear and place it on the cast strut.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Dual-Mass Flywheel
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Fig 2: Identifying Toothed Segment Position For Loosening Screws
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NOTE:
Removing and installing flywheel
- Leaks
- Risk of damage to the flywheel and adjacent components
→ Be very careful during removal and installation.

→ Get another person to help because of the weight.
Loosen and unscrew ten M10 x 29 (internal serration) fastening screws. Carefully remove the flywheel (it is quite heavy - so be careful).
1. 2.1. Replace fastening screws.
Information

Check the friction surface of the flywheel. The flywheel must be replaced if it is damaged or discolored.
Visually inspect the friction surface on the flywheel.