32 41 ... Replacing pressure line I for power steering (vehicle with Dynamic Drive) (N62)

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

Seal off pipe connections with plugs.

After installation:

Fill and bleed hydraulic system, refer to 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
Check pipe connections for leaks
If necessary, carry out initial operation for Dynamic Drive, refer to 37 10 001 INITIAL OPERATION WITH TEST RUN OF DYNAMIC DRIVE .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose off hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Remove front underbody protection

Place fluid sump underneath for residual fluid.

Release banjo bolt (1).

Disconnect pressure line (2) from power steering pump.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Pressure Line From Power Steering Pump

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Installation:

Replace sealing rings.

Place fluid sump underneath for residual fluid.

Release union nut (1).

Disconnect pressure line (2) and remove towards bottom.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Pressure Line (2)

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Installation:

Make sure pressure line I is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.