32 41 250 Removing and installing/replacing fluid reservoir for power steering

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Special tools required:

32 1 260 . See STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS .

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

Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir.
M54, N52, N53, N54: Remove intake filter housing . See 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque, see 32 41 9AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY

NOTE: If necessary, raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access to hose clamps.

Remove hose clamps if necessary with special tool 32 1 260.

Disconnect suction and cooler return lines from fluid reservoir, check and if necessary replace.

Lift out fluid reservoir.

Fig 1: Removing Hose Clamps

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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