32 13 065 Removing and installing/replacing active front steering power steering gear

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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.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
Remove Front Assembly Underside Protection
Remove diesel enclosure on driver's side
E93: Remove V-strut
Remove both Tie Rod Ends From Swivel Bearing
Replacement only: Remove both Tie Rod Ends From Tie Rod
Remove Lower Steering Spindle From Power Steering Gear
Disconnect plug connection from power steering pump and expose connecting cable up to power steering gear
If necessary, remove heat shield from power steering gear.

Release banjo bolts (1, 2).

Disconnect pressure line (4) and return line (3) from power steering gear.

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line, Return Line And Banjo Bolts
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Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

For tightening torque refer to 32 41 9AZ (pressure line) in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

For tightening torque refer to 32 41 10AZ (return line) in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

Release screws (1) and remove brackets.

Release screws (2), remove pressure line and tie back.

For tightening torque refer to 41 11AZ in 32 41 PUMP AND OIL SUPPLY .

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line Mounting Brackets Screws
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