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E46 M3 (2001-2006) Engine: S54 - Max Hp: 333 hp at 7,900 rpm / 262 lb/ft at 4,900 rpm
Total Produced: 45,000+ - Years Produced: 2001 to 2006.

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Old Tue, Jul-31-2012, 03:24:03 AM   #1
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Default S54 replace front crank seal

I need to replace the front seal on my crank as I need to remove the crank.

As I checked the TIS is requires some special tools, I am wondering if it's possible to tap it slowly on all sides instead of having the special tool.

If somebody has done that before please advise.

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Default Re: S54 replace front crank seal

Please help....
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Default Re: S54 replace front crank seal

The front crank seal is much more difficult to replace than the rear. i couldn't get it done so i had a shop do it. they didn't use the special tool....what they did use was the plastic cover that goes over the ball joints on new control arms (not sure if it was E46 or something else). The tool would be nice to have, but it is something that most shadetree mechanics rarely need.
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