7 Series E38 740iL (M60-2) SAL
Install bevel gear and shim:
Install drive pinion with a new clamping sleeve (2).
Drive in shaft seal and fit input flange.
Caution!
Gradually tighten the collar nut (1), measuring the friction
torque at regular intervals with special tool 00 2 000 (friction
torque gauge). Tighten down the collar nut until the friction
torque value specified for the new taper roller bearing plus
20 Ncm for the new shaft seal is reached.
The friction torque level should be reached but must not be
exceeded.
If friction torque value is exceeded, replace bushing (2) and
repeat measuring procedures.
Install final drive and bearing cover after marking the appropriate
shims (1) and installing new O-rings (2): then tighten screws
down evenly.
Tightening torque,
refer to Technical Data 33 11 2AZ.
Backlash/Tooth Contact Pattern Adjustment
Secure special tool 00 2 500 and measure torsional face runout,
refer to Technical Data.
Caution!
The tooth contact pattern is always most important for a
perfectly adjusted pinion/crown wheel.
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