32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for hydraulic steering (S63/N63)
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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 seal plugs.
Close off pipe connections with seal plugs.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove RADIATOR .
- Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Remove POWER STEERING PUMP .
- Remove STEERING GEAR COVER on left.
- REMOVE SUPPLEMENTARY COOLANT PUMP .
- REMOVE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER .
Release banjo bolt (1) and remove pressure line (2) from hydraulic steering gear.
Installation note:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ .
Expose pressure line up to connection on vane pump.
Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2).
Installation note:
Replace all sealing rings.
Tightening torque 32 41 4AZ .
After installation
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
- Check pipe connections for leaks