32 41 060 Removing And Installing/Replacing Vane Pump For Power Steering (N62, N62TU)

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WARNING:

Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!

Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

IMPORTANT:

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

Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose off hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
Remove BELT PULLEY
Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION

Release banjo bolt (1) and detach pressure line from vane pump.

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Tightening torque: 32 41 3AZ . See PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY for specs.

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

Installation:

Markings on suction line and vane pump connection must match up.

Fig 1: Identifying Banjo Bolt And Hose Clamp

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Variant (A) - build date up to 05/2004:

Release screws (1, 2) and remove vane pump towards bottom.

Tightening torque: 32 41 1AZ . See PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY for specs.

Variant (B) - build date from 05/2004:

Release bolt (1) and nut (2).

Tightening torque: 32 41 1AZ . See PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY for specs.

Remove vane pump downwards.

Fig 2: Locating Power Steering Pump Nut

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After installation:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check pipe connections for leaks