3237478 - 1020D50 crank shaft rear mount - apply silicone to mating surfaces with crank case sump and flywheel removed

Removing ( Refitting ) 1. Undo the nuts (1a) and remove the rear main bearing cap (1b) using the tools (1c) and (1d).

	Name	Country
1c	Lever	1.821.006.001

	Name	Country
1d	Extractor	1.821.006.002

Remove the half-bearing.Remove the rubber seals (only for cars up to engine no. 00708).Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal. Refitting ( Removing ) Thoroughly remove the sealant residues from the rear bearing cap seat, the small holes and the contact surfaces with the oil sump (only for car after engine no. 00709).Thoroughly remove all traces of engine oil using heptane or a similar solvent.Fit the rear bearing cap complete with bearing half-shell and secure it, tightening the nuts to the specified torque using the specific tool for angle tightening.

	Fastening	Component	Ø	Value(daNm)
-	Nut	MAIN BEARING CAPS	M12	(Engine crankcase side) 2.5 + 79°

	Name	Country
-	Protractor	1.860.942.000

1. Fit the crankshaft rear oil seal (1a) using the tool (1b).

The oil seal should be fitted in its housing so that it covers the small openings (1c).

	Name	Country
1b	Fitting tool	1.821.150.000

1. Apply the recommended sealant (1a) through holes (1b).

Check that the sealant emerges from the whole length of the contact area (1c) between the cap and the engine block and, (only for cars from engine no. 00709, from the holes (1d).

	Type	Component	Name	Qty.
1a	Sealant	ENGINE REAR MOUNT GASKETS	LOCTITE 5900	-

The oil sump should be fitted within 15 minutes of applying the sealant in the openings for the crankshaft rear support.