32 41 061 Replacing power steering vane pump
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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.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.
Close 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:
- Remove vane pump. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) POWER STEERING PUMP FOR POWER STEERING GEAR WITH ACTIVE FRONT STEERING , REMOVING AND INSTALLING POWER STEERING PUMP FOR POWER STEERING GEAR WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE (N54) , or REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING VANE PUMP FOR POWER STEERING (N54) .
Release screws (1) and remove belt pulley (2).
Installation:
Lettering on belt pulley (2) points forwards.
Tightening torque 32 41 14AZ .
After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) or BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- Version with Dynamic Drive: If necessary, carry out INITIAL DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION