32 41 332 Replacing pressure line for power steering (S85)

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WARNING: Danger to life!
Secure engine in INSTALLATION POSITION to prevent it from falling down.

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal off hydraulic lines with plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
Remove ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT
Remove pressure accumulator
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT

Release banjo bolt (1) and screw (3).

Disconnect pressure line (2) from vane pump.

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

Screw in banjo bolt (3) and screw (1) (do not tighten down).

Tighten down first banjo bolt (1) and then screw (3).

Banjo bolt tightening torque: see 3AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY

Bolt tightening torque: see 5AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY

Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Pressure Line And Mounting Flange

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Expose pressure line up to connection on power steering gear.

Release banjo bolt (1) and remove pressure line (2).

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Tightening torque: see 3AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY

Fig 2: Identifying Banjo Bolt And Pressure Line

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After installation:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check pipe connections for leaks
Check engine oil level, correct if necessary