32 41 311 Replacing intake pipe for hydraulic steering (N54/N55): Notes
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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 plugs.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Remove rear left CHARGE AIR DUCT
- Remove OIL RESERVOIR
Expose suction line up to connection on vane pump.
Unfasten hose clip (1).
Detach suction line (2) from vane pump.
Installation:
Identification (P) and rib (3) on vane pump connection must match up.
When installing the suction line, make sure it is laid without tension and there is a sufficient gap to the adjacent components.