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Clutch Discs - Asbestos Fibers

86BMW05

GROUP 21 Clutch
Bulletin Number 21 03 86 (1291) Page 1 of 1
Montvale, NJ November 1986 Technical Dept.
SUBJECT: Clutch Discs

MODELS: All

Situation: Clutch discs supplied by BMW AG contain asbestos fibers. These fibers may become airborne if dust is created while servicing clutch parts. Breathing this dust may cause serious bodily harm.

WARNING: Do not create dust by grinding, sanding or cleaning clutch parts with a dry brush or compressed air.

Use of an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner is recommended while servicing these components.

All activities involving occupational exposure to asbestos dust must be performed in strict compliance with OSHA's asbestos standard.