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32 41 280 Removing And Installing/Replacing Oil Reservoir (N20, N52, N55)

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.
Seal off hydraulic lines with seal plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1) on wheel arch and screw (2) on expansion tank.

Remove washers.

Tightening torque: 32 41 1AZ/2AZ .

Fig 1: Screws On Wheel Arch And Expansion Tank
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NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access to plug connection and hoses.

Release hose clamp (1) from radiator return line.

Tightening torque: 32 41 3AZ .

Unfasten hose clamp (2).

Installation note: 

Renew hose clamps.

Fig 2: Hose Clamp And Plug Connection
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Disconnect plug connection (3) on oil level sensor.

Disconnect intake pipe and radiator return line from fluid reservoir.

Lift out oil reservoir.

Replacement: 

If applicable, transfer OIL LEVEL SENSOR .

After installation: