A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
NOTE: During removal and installation procedures, refer to the component location illustration above and component notes below.
Component Notes And Information
NOTE: Always replace gaskets and seals.
1
Oil Pan Lower
2
Bolt, tighten to: 10 Nm (89 inch lb)
3
Oil Pan Upper
4
Bolt, tighten to: 10 Nm (89 inch lb)
5
Honeycomb Baffle
6
Circlip
7
Rubber Fitting
8
Strainer
9
Oil Pump
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Removing, refer to Replacement. See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pump/Service and Repair
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Replace as complete assembly only
10
Bolt, tighten to: 10 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
11
Baffle
12
Oil Drain Plug, tighten to: 5 Nm (26 ft lb)
13
Bolt, tighten to: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
14
Bolt, tighten to: 10 Nm (89 inch lb)
15
Bolt, tighten to: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
16
Transaxle Drive Plate Bolt, tighten to: 85 Nm (63 ft lb)
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Always replace
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Install with locking compound AMV 188 001 02, or equivalent
17
Spacer Plate
18
Drive Plate
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When assembling, make sure that pin for ignition timing point is installed in drive plate
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Length of pin measured from drive plate: 20-22 mm (approx. 13/16 in.)
19
Oil Seal
20
Bolt, tighten to: 10 Nm (89 inch lb)
Removal