Replacing rear timing case cover

Replacement: Remount crankshaft sensor

For timing case cover replacements:
Remount crankshaft sensor.

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multipin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION

Loosen the screw (1) and remount the crankshaft sensor (2).
Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Crankshaft sensor to timing case cover
	Tightening torque	4.6 Nm

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.

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Remove the seal residue in areas (1) using special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470) .
Check the fitting sleeves (1) for damage and replace as needed.
Check for correct fit of fitting sleeves (1).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE)

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 in area (1) along the inner edge.

SEALING COMPOUND DESCRIPTION

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

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

TECHNICAL DATA - HEIGHT OF SEALING BEAD SPECIFICATION

Height of the sealing bead

2.0 mm... 2.5 mm

Mount special tool 0 496 137 (11 8 815) and 0 496 132 (11 8 810) on the crankshaft.

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Replace screws (1) to (11).
Parts : Screws
Carefully mount the new timing case cover (A).
Tighten the screws in order from (1) to (11).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Rear timing case cover on crankcase
M6 x 31 Replace screws.	Joining torque Angle of rotation	8 Nm 90°

Fig 1: Timing Case Cover Screws Tightening Sequence

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Connect and lock the connector (1).
Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.

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Follow-up work

Refer to REFITTING ENGINE OIL PAN .
Refer to INSTALL BEARING BRACKET
Refer to INSTALL FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL
Refer to INSTALLING THE ACOUSTIC COVER FOR THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FLYWHEEL .
Refer to BLOCKING THE CRANKSHAFT IN THE TDC FIRING POSITION OF CYLINDER 1 .
Refer to SEAL THE OIL DUCT .
Refer to CLEAN SEALING SURFACES .
Refer to REPLACE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CYLINDER HEAD .
Refer to ADJUSTING THE CAMSHAFTS WITH THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to INSTALL EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to PRE-TENSIONING THE TIMING CHAIN WITH THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE VANOS CENTRAL VALVE OF THE INTAKE ADJUSTER .
Refer to DISASSEMBLING ALL SPECIAL TOOLS
Refer to INSTALL CHAIN TENSIONER .
Refer to CHECKING THE TIMINGS OF THE CAMSHAFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OIL RETURN LINE FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALL THE COOLANT RETURN LINE FOR THE EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALLING COOLANT FEED LINE FOR EXHAUST TURBOCHARGER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HEAT SHIELD ON THE CYLINDER HEAD
Refer to INSTALLING CYLINDER HEAD COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING BOTH ACTUATORS .
Refer to PREPARE THE INJECTORS FOR INSTALLATION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE RAIL WITH INJECTORS .
Refer to INSTALLING HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HIGH-PRESSURE LINE BETWEEN THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP AND THE HIGH-PRESSURE RAIL .
Refer to INSTALLING ALL SPARK PLUGS .
Refer to INSTALL INTAKE PLENUM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE TANK VENT VALVE .
Refer to TOPPING UP THE MOTOR OIL .
Refer to CHECK/ADD FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION OIL .
Refer to REMOVING THE ENGINE FROM ASSEMBLY JIG
Refer to INSTALL ENGINE .