3 Series E46 320Ci (M54) COUPE
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Replacing crankshaft (M52 / S52 / M52TU /
M54 / M56)
(engine removed)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Removing cylinder head
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Removing lower timing case cover
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Removing all pistons
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Remove end cover at rear; this operation is described in the
section Replacing crankshaft radial seal.
Checking axial clearance:
If permitted end float is exceeded, check crankshaft, guide
bearing shells and engine block, replacing if necessary,
end float.
Unfasten screw connection on reinforcement plates.
Note:
The reinforcement plates are not fitted on engines with gray cast
iron engine blocks or on engines with oil pumps integrated in oil
scrapers.
RA Replacing crankshaft (M52 / S52 / M52TU / M54 / M56)
BMW AG - TIS
12.02.2013 12:44
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