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32 41 033 Removing and installing or replacing power steering pump for power steering gear with active steering (N51, N52, N53)

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IMPORTANT: Aluminium-magnesium materials. 

No  steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.

A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.

Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released  .

The end faces of aluminium screws/bolts are painted blue for the purposes of reliable identification.

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage)  .

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.

Close off pipe connections with plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release hose clamp (2) and detach suction line from power steering pump.

Installation: 

Align suction line by way of marking to connection on vane pump.

Release banjo bolt (3) and disconnect pressure line.

Installation: 

Replace all sealing rings (D).

Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

For tightening torque refer to 32 41 8AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Pump Plug Connection, Hose Clamp, Banjo Bolt And Sealing Rings
G04726412Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release bolt (1) and remove bracket with refrigerant line.

Release screws (2).

Installation: 

Replace aluminium screws. 

Observe screwing sequence.

Fig 2: Identifying Refrigerant Line Mounting Bracket Bolt And Screws
G04726413Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove Front Underbody Protection .

Remove radiator seal.

Replacement only: Unfasten screws and remove Belt Pulley .

Release bolts (1) and remove power steering pump (2) towards top.

Installation: 

Replace aluminium screws. 

Observe screwing sequence.

Fig 3: Identifying Power Steering Pump And Mounting Bolts
G04726414Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Screw-fastening sequence: 

  1. Secure power steering pump with screws
  2. Tighten front screws to 2 Nm
  3. Tighten side screws to 2 Nm
  4. Tighten down front screws to jointing torque and angle of rotation

    For tightening torque refer to 32 41 6AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

  5. Tighten down side screws to jointing torque and angle of rotation

    For tightening torque refer to 32 41 6AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

    After installation: