Cavity sealing is carried out in specific body areas in order to reduce interior noise and to reduce condensation.
To do this, shaped parts are inserted in the cavities. These shaped parts adapt themselves optimally due to heating of the body to approx. 180 ºC by expansion to the shape of the cavities.
Because it is not possible to heat the body to this extent for a body repair, a different procedure .
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Transmission shafts: Replacing radial shaft seal for output flange (atc 450)
Special tools required:
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IMPORTANT:
After completing repair work, check transmission oil level and top up if necessary.
For this transfer box, use approved TRANSMISSION OIL only.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove PROPELLER SHAFT
Release circlip (1).
Release o ...