7 Series E38 L7 (M73) SAL
Arrangement of Components:
1.
Adjusting screw
2.
Lock nut
3.
Screw plug
4.
Sealing ring (replace)
5.
O-ring (replace)
6.
Dowel sleeve
7.
Compression spring (cylindrical part of compression spring
must face chain tensioning piston)
8.
Chain tensioning piston
Install chain tensioning piston with guide lugs (1) in the bow cover,
insert compression spring and screw plug (2) and tighten down.
Tightening torque of screw plug,
refer to Technical Data 11 31 7AZ.
Adjusting chain tensioner:
Press bow cover once briefly towards the chain and measure
dimension (A). Press bow cover firmly back against spring force
and measure dimension (B).
Subtract dimension (B) from dimension (A).
Adjust nominal value (6
±
0.5 mm) with adjusting screw and
tighten down lock nut.
Install new retaining cap (1).
RA Removing and installing/sealing or replacing timing case at top (M73)
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