32 41 033 Removing and installing/replacing power steering pump for hydraulic steering box with active steering (N55)

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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.
Seal off hydraulic lines with seal plugs.

IMPORTANT: Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminium screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification:
Aluminium screws/bolts are not magnetic.
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage)!

Necessary preliminary work

Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Remove RAW-AIR SUPPLY
Remove CHARGE-AIR DUCTS
Remove FAN COWL
Remove BELT PULLEY

Release hose clamp (1) and detach intake pipe from power steering pump.

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp.

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

Align intake pipe by way of marking (2) to power steering pump connection marking.

Fig 1: Identifying Hose Clamp And Intake Pipe Marking

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminium screws.

Observe screwing sequence!

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminium screws.

Observe screwing sequence!

Fig 3: Identifying Screws

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Turn power steering pump to one side and release screw (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 6AZ .

Disconnect pressure line (2).

Lift out power steering pump.

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring.

Fig 4: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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Screwing sequence

Secure power steering pump with screws
Tighten side screw to 2 Nm
Tighten front screws to 2 Nm
Tighten down front screws to jointing torque.
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .
Release screw at side and check bolting points for gap freedom
Tighten screws at side to jointing torque.
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

After installation

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check line connections for leak tightness