32 41 037 Removing and installing/replacing power steering pump for hydraulic steering gear with Dynamic Drive (N55)

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NOTE: When replacing power steering pump:
OIL RESERVOIR must be replaced in event of metal abrasion, sluggish pump shaft or increased wear!
The filter integrated in the oil reservoir can only absorb a limited amount of foreign particles. If the filter clogs, the hydraulic system can no longer be sufficiently protected.
Metal abrasion is perceived in the oil reservoir as metallically glittering hydraulic fluid.
Replacement of the oil reservoir due to a leak (e.g. at the hose connections) is only required with unavoidable high penetrations of dirt.

WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
DANGER 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 tasks

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Remove front reinforcement plate
Remove FAN COWL
Remove CHARGE-AIR DUCT
Remove AIR INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING
Remove AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR
Remove power steering pump BELT PULLEY

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminium screws.

Observe screwing sequence.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Unlock plug connections (2) and (3) and disconnect.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminium screws.

Observe screwing sequence!

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections And Screw

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Loosen screws (4) and set line aside.

Tightening torque 32 41 14AZ .

Twist power steering pump and release lines:

Release hose clamp (3) and detach intake pipe from power steering pump.

Release screw (2) and detach pressure line from power steering pump.

Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ .

Release screws (1) and detach ARS expandable hose from power steering pump.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws And Hose Clamp

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Tightening torque 32 41 13AZ .

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp (3).

Align intake pipe by way of "P" marking to connection on power steering pump.

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Screw-fastening 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 and angle of rotation
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .
Release screw at side and check screw fastening points for gap freedom
Tighten down side screws to jointing torque and angle of rotation
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

After installation

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check line connections for leaks
If necessary, carry out START-UP DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION