11 00 670 Securing engine in installation position (M57T2): Modification

Replace profile strips with special tools 00 0 451.

Replace front supports with special tools 00 0 452.

Fig 1: Removing Front Supports Using Special Tools (00 0 452)

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NOTE: Ensure that the longer feet of special tools 00 0 452 point to the middle of the vehicle.

NOTE: The support points on the left side are shown.

Position transverse member 00 0 200 with a 2nd person helping on designated areas (1, 2).

NOTE: Make sure that the front supports 00 0 452 are correctly positioned on the support carriers.

Fig 2: Identifying Transverse Member Positioning Areas

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IMPORTANT: Avoid a change of engine position in the transverse or longitudinal direction.
Always make sure there is sufficient clearance between the engine (or its attachment parts) and the body.

Align transverse member so that spindle 00 0 202 is correctly positioned over suspension eye.

Secure suitable chain to spindle 00 0 202 and suspend from suspension eye.

Fig 3: Securing Chain To Spindle (00 0 202)

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WARNING: Risk of injury!
Tighten down all adjusting screws and nuts on cross member.

Fig 4: Identifying Cross Member (00 0 200)

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Raise engine approx. 10 mm with cross member.

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque see 22 11 2AZ in 2211 ENGINE SUSPENSION .

Check vacuum lines of engine mounts for correct position and connection.

Fig 5: Identifying Cross Member Nuts

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