07 S60 Total engine failure?

bmwstudent · Post by **bmwstudent** » 27 Jul 2014, 17:46

Here are a couple pics. Nothing special.

What's left of the rod bearings.

Post by **abscate** » 27 Jul 2014, 19:16

Have you considered rebuilding the bottom end if the crank journals look ok?

bmwstudent · Post by **bmwstudent** » 27 Jul 2014, 19:26

Crank needs turned. It looks pretty rough.

Post by **jimmy57** » 27 Jul 2014, 19:58

The metal from the failed rod bearings will go past oil filter on cold starts when oil pressure relief bypasses some of the oil. The metal can damage other things.

Post by **abscate** » 28 Jul 2014, 05:26

bmwstudent wrote:Here are a couple pics. Nothing special.
What's left of the rod bearings.

Nice work. Someone who can pull this off without a manual has turned a wrench once or twice before, I bet.

bmwstudent · Post by **bmwstudent** » 28 Jul 2014, 17:25

Yes, I'm a mechanic. I work on tractor trailers though. Cars are more of passion for me. I like building them and helping out friends with their cars too.

Post by **abscate** » 29 Jul 2014, 06:05

Your karmic balance is indeed samurai.

bmwstudent · Post by **bmwstudent** » 01 Aug 2014, 04:06

The replacement motor has arrived. Unfortunately it is from a manual car. I was wondering if any one can tell me a few things. Is there anything special with the flywheels? I 've seen some engine in the past use different weight flywheels depending on wether the engine is internally or externally balanced(ford small block). Should I replace the flywheel bolts? What is the timing belt interval, this is an 08 motor w/55k, is it time?
Bentley publishers outs out terrific manuals for almost any bmw, is there a similar manual I can buy before I get any deeper into this motor. I definitely don't want to do the timing belt if I don't have the info I need to do it properly.
Also, who's Idea was it to design an engine that requires removal of the engine oil pan to access the torque converter bolts. I'm also looking for some info on the oil pan reseal job.

Post by **precopster** » 01 Aug 2014, 04:39

precopster wrote: If you look underneath there is a line of sight slot cut away through to the driveplate bolts (T50s) which is at around 7 o clock when looking at driver's side crossmember.

I thought you were actually READING everyone else's posts on this thread

If you get a copy of Vida on disc (without the Dice diagnostic tool) that will give you all the info you need. Look on eBay for around $35

The flywheel bolts are recommended to be replaced, however I have always reused with no issues. If not use some sealant like thread tape to avoid leaks.

dsharp · Post by **dsharp** » 01 Aug 2014, 17:30

You can get to the torque converter bolts through the starter hole. I made a lifting eye for the passenger side (piece of angle iron ) that makes the engine hang a lot straighter.