32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for power steering, from steering gear to junction (RWD with N55 engine)
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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!
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 pipe connections with plugs.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove underbody protection at front and rear. See FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION and REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Remove LEFT STEERING ASSEMBLY COVER
- Detach stabilizer bar from front axle carrier and tie up. See FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR or FRONT ACTIVE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
- Release UNIVERSAL JOINT from power steering gear
- Mark power steering gear with respect to front axle carrier, release and pull towards front. See HYDRAULIC STEERING GEAR or HYDRAULIC STEERING GEAR (WITH ACTIVE FRONT STEERING) .
Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) from steering gear.
Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ .
Release screw (1) and disconnect block screw connection.
Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ .
Release screw (2).
Tightening torque 32 41 12AZ .
Remove pressure line (3) towards bottom.
Pressure lines must be provided with suitable plugs immediately after removal!
Installation:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
After installation
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Check pipe connections for leaks