32 41 332 Replacing pressure line for hydraulic steering

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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

IMPORTANT:

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

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:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
Remove front underbody panelling. See FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION (COUPE) or FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION (CONVERTIBLE) .
Remove left charge air duct. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR LEFT CHARGE-AIR DUCT (N54) .

Release banjo bolt and detach pressure line from vane pump. Installation note: Replace all sealing rings. Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Tightening torque 32 41 8AZ .

Fig 1: Release Banjo Bolt And Detach Pressure Line From Vane Pump

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Expose pressure line up to connection on hydraulic steering gear.

Release banjo bolt from above (engine compartment) and remove the pressure line. Installation note: Replace all sealing rings. Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Fig 2: Release Banjo Bolt From Above And Remove The Pressure Line

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After installation:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
Check pipe connections for leaks