37 13... Removing and installing/replacing pressure lines (front) for oscillating motor/rear axle

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Special tools required:

37 1 151 .

WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the 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.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove TANK UNDERRIDE PROTECTION .
Remove RIGHT UNDERBODY PANELLING .

IMPORTANT: Pressure line and connection on valve block must be fitted with suitable sealing plugs immediately after removal!

Release banjo bolts of pressure lines (1, 2) to front axle oscillating motor with special tool 37 1 151 .

Release banjo bolts of pressure lines (3, 4) to rear axle oscillating motor with special tool 37 1 151 .

Fig 1: Identifying Front And Rear Axle Oscillating Motor Pressure Lines Banjo Bolts

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IMPORTANT: When assembling, make sure that only the sealing plugs of the pressure line to be fitted are removed.
Do not damage sealing surfaces of pressure lines.

NOTE: Make sure pressure lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Installation sequence for pressure lines:

Install pressure lines (3, 4)
Tightening torque 37 14 14AZ .
Install pressure lines (1, 2)
Tightening torque 37 14 13AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Lines Banjo Bolts Installing Sequence
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Installation:

Check seating and position of line holders (1), correct if necessary.

Fig 3: Identifying Line Holders