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Replacing all conrod bearings (M73)

(Piston removed)

Caution!

Pay attention to crankshaft grinding stages,

refer to Technical Data

Install new conrod bearing shells.

For each conrod, install red and blue bearing shell (irrespective of
colour coding on conrod shaft).

Installing pistons,

refer to 11 25 530

Check connecting-rod bearing clearance:

Piston in BDC position.

Fit special tool 00 2 590 (Plastigage Type PG 1) to the oil-free
crankshaft.

Place bearing caps in position, making sure that matching
numbers are paired.

RA  Replacing all conrod bearings (M73)

BMW AG - TIS

21.02.2013  22:40

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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