32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for power steering (N62, N62TU)
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IMPORTANT:
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system. Seal off pipe connections with plugs.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Draw off and dispose off hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Secure engine in installation position. Refer to SECURING ENGINE IN INSTALLATION POSITION WITH SPECIAL TOOL (N62) .
- Lower front axle support. Refer to FRONT AXLE CARRIER .
Release union screw and detach pressure line from vane pump.
Installation:
Replace sealing ring.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque, refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Expose pressure line up to power steering gear.
Release banjo bolt and disconnect pressure line.
Installation:
Replace sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque, refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
After Installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system. Refer to 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
- Check pipe connections for leaks.