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Connecting Rod Bearing: Service and Repair




11 24 571 - Replacing conrod bearings (N12)





Important!
Modified procedure; the bearing shell colors are the same at the top and bottom.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove all pistons Service and Repair.





Install new conrod bearing shells.
Insert conrod bearing shells (1 and 2).





Install all pistons with conrods Service and Repair.
Assemble engine.