Installing Main Bearing; Measuring Axial Bearing Play - BMW R 1200 C Repair Manual

Installing main bearing

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Insert tensioner rail/slide rail pivot pin (1) for
centering purposes.
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Tighten M8 and M10 housing screws.
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Tightening torque/tightening order:
1. M 10 screw (oiled) .................................... 45 Nm
2. M 8 screw (oiled) ...................................... 20 Nm
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Measure main bearings front/back in the load di-
rection.
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Enter measured values on record sheet and de-
termine main bearing play values.
............................................See Technical data
a
1

Measuring axial bearing play

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Place crankshaft in engine block.
Insert tensioner rail/slide rail pivot pin (1) for
centering purposes.
Tighten housing screws.
Screw measuring device, BMW No. 00 2 500,
with dial gauge, BMW No. 00 2 510, into tapped
hole for alternator carrier cover.
Move crankshaft forwards and backwards and
read off play at dial gauge.
............................................See Technical data
RS110320
00 2 500
00 2 510
RS110910
11.43