911 Turbo Cabriolet AWD (997) F6-3.6L Turbo (2008)
in direction of arrow using the guide weight.
Using impact puller
2.1.
Alternatively, screw a tapping screw approx. 5 mm into the bores and remove the sealing ring using the slide hammer kit Nr.168.
Pulling out sealing ring using tapping screws
2.2.
Soak up any escaping engine oil with a cloth.
Caution
Crankshaft flange not cleaned correctly
Risk of leaks (loss of engine oil)
Risk of corrosion
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Never use an abrasive or polishing cloth or brushes with metal bristles on the crankshaft flange.
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Follow cleaning instructions.
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Remove corroded spots using a metal-polishing pad only (for example Never Dull, available in car and motor bike accessory stores).
Then, carefully clean the flange and crankcase bore using a clean, lint-free cloth soaked in solvent naphtha or acetone.
3. Clean crankshaft flange and crankcase bore carefully.
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Visually inspect the crankshaft flange and crankcase bore for damage.
4. Check crankshaft flange and crankcase bore for damage.
The sealing faces must not be damaged.
4.1.
Small burrs can be removed using an oilstone (not on the sealing faces). Then clean thoroughly with acetone or solvent naphtha.
Installing sealing ring
1. Install sealing ring (open side facing the engine).
Caution
Tool with sharp edges and burrs.
Risk of damage to sealing ring, leaks.