17 11 370 Removing and installing/replacing cooling loop for power steering

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WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: When working on the oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.

Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

NOTE: After completing this operation, check fluid level in tank of power steering system. Refer to 32 13 006 Bleeding power steering unit .

Remove radiator. Refer to 17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (M54) .

Lift out expansion rivet (1).

Fig 1: Lifting Out Expansion Rivet

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Unscrew bolt (1).

Fig 2: Unscrewing Bolt

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Remove A/C condenser towards rear top from fixtures. Tilt condenser towards engine, taking care not to damage condenser.

Fig 3: Removing A/C Condenser

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NOTE: Lines of A/C system remain connected to condenser.

Press lines (1) in direction of cooling loop, pull black locking ring towards rear. Keep locking ring pressed and detach lines (1) from cooling loop.

Fig 4: Detaching Lines

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IMPORTANT: Catch and dispose of emerging fluid.

Press lock (2). Pull cooling loop (3) of power steering towards rear out of module carrier.