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Engines
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SSP297/051
SSP297/074
Seals
In vehicles with the manual transmission
that will be available later, the dual-weighted
flywheel must be prevented from standing
in water for a long time. For this reason,
the joint between the transmission bell
housing and the engine is sealed against
water intrusion. If water gets past the seal
and enters the bell housing when driving
through water for a long time, it is expelled
through an opening on the side of the
bell housing by the rotation of the
dual-weighted flywheel.
The front crankshaft seal has an additional
sealing lip. It prevents the intrusion of
water and dirt into the crankcase.
Belt drive
The accessory belt drive is designed
for more belt-to-pulley contact. This
prevents the belt from slipping when
driving through water.