37 13 ... Removing and installing/replacing pressure lines (rear) for oscillating motor/rear axle

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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! Scalding hazard! This work may only be carried out on an exhaust system which has cooled down.

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

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Adjust minimum distance (A and B) between pressure lines and exhaust system.

Fig 1: Adjust Minimum Distance (A And B) Between Pressure Lines And Exhaust System

Minimum Distance (A and B) Between Pressure Lines And Exhaust System

Engine	A	B
M57 T2	39 mm	41 mm
M57Top	45 mm	36 mm
N52	34 mm	37 mm
N54	53 mm	48 mm
N62	48 mm	50 mm
N63	48 mm	39 mm
S63	45 mm	36 mm

Ensure distortion-free installation

Release banjo bolts (1). Seal pressure lines with suitable sealing plugs. Installation: Pressure lines are protected against being mixed up by different thread diameters. Tightening torque, see 37 14 15AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Fig 2: Release Banjo Bolts (1)

Release bolts (1) and feed out guard plate (2) sideways. Tightening torque, see 37 14 19AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Fig 3: Release Bolts (1) And Feed Out Guard Plate (2) Sideways

Release bolts (1) and remove bracket (2) from rear axle carrier. Tightening torque, see 37 14 17AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Fig 4: Release Bolts (1) And Remove Bracket (2) From Rear Axle Carrier

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Adjust minimum distance (A) = 2.5 mm between pressure lines and oscillating motor. Pressure lines must not be kinked/tensioned/bent!

Fig 5: Adjust Minimum Distance Between Pressure Lines And Oscillating Motor

Mark installation position of pressure lines to oscillating motor. Release banjo bolts (1). Seal pressure lines and connections of oscillating motor with sealing plugs. Feed out pressure lines towards rear. Installation: Carry over identification to new component. Pressure lines are protected against being mixed up by different thread diameters on the oscillating motor connection. Tightening torque, see 37 14 18AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Fig 6: Release Banjo Bolts (1)

After installation:

Fill and bleed hydraulic system. See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) .
Check pipe connections for leaks.
Carry out initial DYNAMIC DRIVE operation.