Installing the flexible disc for the front propeller shaft

NOTE: For all-wheel drive vehicles from the 5 Series and 7 Series, the aluminum flexible discs have been eliminated and replaced with elastic flexible discs made of rubber as of production date 09/2015.

Check centering (1) for damage and replace centering, if necessary.

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Check centering (arrow) for damage and replace centering if necessary.

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Apply a thin coat of grease to the soft centering (1), if necessary.

CONSUMABLE - LUBRICATING GREASE DESCRIPTION

Lubricating grease Olistamoly 2 LN 584 LO

100 g, Tube

83 19 0 447 919

Hard centering must (2) not be greased.

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If applicable, position the flexible disc (rubber) (1) including the guides (2) in the recesses of the three-hole flange (3).

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Install the flexible disc (1) on the prop shaft.
Replace screws and self-locking nuts (arrows).
Parts: Self-locking nuts and bolts
Insert screws and tighten.

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Front flexible disc to prop shaft
M12 Replace screws. Jointing torque and angle rotation must be adhered to Tightening via screw.	Joining torque	55 Nm
	Angle of rotation	90°

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Follow-up work

Install the PROP SHAFT on the transmission.
Install the RETAINING PLATES .
Install the HEAT SHIELDS .
Install the complete EXHAUST SYSTEM .
If installed: install the right, and on the left TORSION STRUT where required.
Install the CONNECTING SUPPORTS on the tunnel.
Install the UNDERBODY PLANKING of the transmission on the side.
Install rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .