37 10... Removing and installing/replacing pressure relief valves

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION

Pull vent hose (3) out of Y-piece at marked position (see arrow).

Vent line can be removed by sliding back the protruding collar on the Y-piece.

IMPORTANT: Do not open banjo bolts (2).

Release pressure relief valve (1) directly from oscillating motor.

Fig 1: Identifying Banjo Bolts And Vent Hose

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Installation:

Replace distributor lines (2).

Screw pressure relief valve fully into oscillating motor and remove plug.

Tightening torque 37 11 1AZ .

CAUTION:

Slide in yellow distributor line in forward direction of travel and black distributor line in rearward direction of travel.

Slide distributor lines (2) into pressure relief valve (1) up to second marking (M).

Fig 2: Locating Distribution Hose And Vent Valves

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