32 41 333 Replacing pressure line for hydraulic steering (from junction to vane pump): 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!

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove underbody protection at front and rear. See FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION and REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Remove STIFFENING PLATE (only all-wheel drive vehicle and F04)
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (only all-wheel drive vehicles and F04)

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 6AZ

Release screw (2) on bracket.

Tightening torque 32 41 14AZ

Disconnect pressure line (2) from power steering pump.

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line Screws

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Release screw (1) and detach pressure line from holder.

Tightening torque 32 41 18AZ

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ

Disconnect pressure line (2).

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Fig 3: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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