Installing the component carrier

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface.
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

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

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Clean sealing surfaces (1) with special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470).

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Check

Check the sealing bead (1) for damage.
Check the protrusion of the sealing bead (1).

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Result

» The sealing bead (1) is not protruding or the sealing bead (1) is damaged.

Measure

Replace the sealing bead (1).

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The processing time of the liquid sealing compound can be at a maximum of 10 min.
Commissioning of the assembly is not possible until 25 minutes after the processing time.
Non-observance can lead to leaks in the assembly.

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Apply the sealing compound with a height of approximately 2 mm to 2.5 mm.
Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.

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Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803.

Parts: Sealing compound

SEALING COMPOUND DESCRIPTION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

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CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.

Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Feed in component carrier (2) and install.
Hand-tighten the bolts (1).
Tighten down screws (1).

NOTE: Lay air conditioning compressor aside with support person to be able to tighten screws on component carrier better.

Tightening torques

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Component carrier to crankcase
M8x35	tightening torque	19 Nm

Connect and lock coolant line (1) and (2).
Ensure that coolant line (1) and (2) engage audibly.

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Insert and install the air conditioning compressor (3).
Tighten down screws (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Air conditioning compressor in component carrier
M10	Tightening torque	38 Nm

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Connect and lock the connector (1).
Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.
Insert and install the holder (2).
Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Holder for transmission oil lines on component carrier
M6x16	Tightening torque	12 Nm

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING THE ALTERNATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE THROTTLE BODY .
Refer to INSTALLING COOLANT LINE BETWEEN THE COOLANT PUMP AND CYLINDER HEAD .
Refer to CONNECTING THE COOLANT LINES FOR THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLANT CIRCUIT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ACOUSTIC COVER FOR THE ENGINE AT THE FRONT .
Refer to INSTALLING RESONATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to FILLING THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM WITH THE VACUUM FILLING EQUIPMENT
Refer to CONNECTING NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .
Refer to VENTING THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLANT SYSTEM .
Refer to CHECKING THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM FOR WATERTIGHTNESS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE UNDERBODY PROTECTION OF THE STEERING GEAR OR THE FRONT THRUST FIELD .