E 300 (124.131) L6-3.0L DSL (606.910) (1995)
Rear Engine Plate: Service and Repair
Remove/Install End Cover
NOTE: In production engines the radial sealing ring is vulcanized at the end cover. This end cover is not supplied as a spare part. In case of repair,
install end cover with pressed in radial sealing ring.
1.1 Remove manual transmission
1.2 Remove automatic transmission
2
Remove clutch
3
Remove flywheel, two-mass flywheel or driven plate
4
Check for oil leaks
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If the radial sealing ring is found to be leaking, Replace rear crankshaft radial sealing ring
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If the cause of the oil leak cannot be clearly determined, Check rear of engine for external oil leak, determine
5
Remove bolts (4, 5)
NOTE: Installation: First of all screw on bolts (4) at end cover.
6
Press off end cover (1)
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Press end cover with vulcanized radial sealing ring off crankcase at the tabs (arrows).
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Do not damage oil pan gasket when pressing off!
CAUTION: Installation: In case of repair on vulcanized radial sealing ring, Press new radial sealing ring (21) into new rear cover,
install.
NOTE:
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Installation: Screw insertion tool internal component (2) onto crankshaft.
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Clean end cover (1) separating surfaces, cover with sealing compound.
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Sealing compound alternatively
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Lubricate the radial sealing ring's (21) sealing lip and the offset surface.
CAUTION:
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Do not use grease!
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Grease prevents the radial sealing ring's sealing lip from transporting the engine oil back.
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When pressing on the end cover take care with the oil-pan gasket!
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Pay attention to dowel pins (3)
7
Check crankshaft radial sealing ring (21)
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If necessary, after inspecting, Replace rear crankshaft radial sealing ring
NOTE: If necessary install the radial sealing ring after fitting the end cover.