32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for power steering (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 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
- Lower RADIATOR
- Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Remove power steering pump
- Remove STEERING GEAR COVER on left
- Remove AUXILIARY WATER PUMP
- Remove transmission oil cooler
Release banjo bolt (1) and remove pressure line (2) from power steering gear.
Installation:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing 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:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 4AZ .
After installation:
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Check pipe connections for leaks