32 13 650 Removing and installing/replacing EH converter for Servotronic

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

If necessary, remove steering gear cover at side

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove EH converter (3).

Installation:

Clean side return orifice with compressed air.

Align EH converter (3) to opening in power steering gear, press by hand into power steering gear up to stop, insert screws (2) and tighten down.

Tightening torque: 32 13 12AZ, see 32 13 POWER STEERING GEAR .

Fig 1: Plug Connection, Screws And EH Converter

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After installation:

Fill and bleed hydraulic system, see 32 13 006 Bleeding power steering unit .