S5D 250G Transmission
Replacing Input Shaft Seal
Note: After completion of work, check transmission oil level.
Caution:
^ Use only the approved gear oil in this manual transmission.
^ Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transmission.
Remove transmission.
Remove release unit and release lever.
Release screws and remove guide tube.
Installation:
Install screws with Loctite 243 screw retaining compound.
Screw retaining compound, refer to BMW Parts Service
Note: Two covered removal holes (1) are located on the end face of the radial sealing ring.
Screw special tool 23 0 490 into one of the two removal holes.
Pull radial seal out of transmission housing with aid of impact weight.
Attach special tool 23 2 460 to transmission input shaft.
Coat sealing lips of new radial seal (1) with gear oil and push on up to transmission housing.
Remove special tool 23 2 460 from transmission input shaft.
Drive radial seal (1) firmly home with special tool 23 2 430.