Disassembling crankshaft
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- Remove tensioning sleeve (6 x 16) with a vice-grip wrench.
- Clamp retaining plate P 209 a in the vice.
- Fasten the crankshaft to the retaining plate with 3 -pan-head screws- Part No. 928 102 151 01.
- Loosen connecting rods with socket wrench insert M14 and remove.
- Remove snap ring with snap ring pliers.
- Remove spacer ring and timing gear with a conventional puller.
- Lift Woodruff key with side cutters and remove.
- Remove crankshaft from retaining plate.
- Check crankshaft for eccentricity, cracks and wear.
- Carry out sounding test.