300SEL (126.025) L6-3.0L (103.981) (1988)
Front Cover
10. Unscrew front cover bolts (14), tightening torque 21 Nm (15.5 ft lbs). Tap off front cover (14) with a plastic hammer. The front cover (14) is
centered with two dowels.
Note: If the camshaft seal (14a) in the front cover (14) is replaced, it must be pressed in from the front until flush.
Applying Sealant
11. As a seal, apply sealant 001 989 61 20 10 at the points marked (arrows) on the left and right sides of the oil-free groove of the timing case cover
(at joint to cylinder head). Insert new seal (15) dry (without sealant) into the groove and push rearward.
12. Coat contact surfaces of front cover to cylinder head with sealant 002 989 00 20 10.