1 Series E81 118i (N46T) 3-door
Check connecting rod bearing clearance.
Piston in BDC position.
Fit special tool 00 2 590 (Plastigage Type PG 1) to oil-free
crankshaft.
Fit bearing cap so that pairing letters match up.
Important!
Do not distort connecting rods or crankshaft.
Use the old connecting rod bolts to check connecting rod
clearance.
Tighten down connecting rod bolts with special tool 00 9 120 .
Tightening torque 11 24 1AZ
.
Remove bearing cap. Read off bearing clearance at width of
crushed plastic thread with aid of measuring scale.
Conrod bearing clearance.
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Remove plastic thread.
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Coat crankshaft and bearing shells with oil.
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Install new connecting rod bolts and tighten down with special
tool 00 9 120 .
Tightening torque 11 24 1AZ
.
Assemble engine.
RA Replacing all connecting rod bearings (N46T)
BMW AG - TIS
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Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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