32 41 311 Replacing Suction Line For Power Steering (N62)
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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!
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.
Seal off pipe connections 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 front underbody protection . See 51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION .
Remove fluid reservoir from mounting bracket/body . See 32 41 250 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLUID RESERVOIR FOR POWER STEERING .
Unfasten hose clip (1).
Disconnect suction line (2) from fluid reservoir.
Installation:
Markings (3) on fluid reservoir and suction line must match up.
Expose suction line up to connection on vane pump.
Unfasten hose clip (1).
Detach suction line (2) from vane pump.
Installation:
Identification (P) of suction line (2) and rib (3) of vane pump must match up.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) or 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
- Check pipe connections for leaks