32 41 333 Replacing pressure line for hydraulic steering, from junction to vane pump (RWD with N55 engine)
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Special tools required:
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 .
- Release screw connection for hydraulic steering gear and slide steering gear to one side. See HYDRAULIC STEERING GEAR or HYDRAULIC STEERING GEAR (WITH ACTIVE FRONT STEERING) .
Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) from hydraulic steering gear.
Installation:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 6AZ .
Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) towards bottom.
Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ .
Pressure lines must be provided with suitable plugs 32 1 270 immediately after removal.
Installation:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
After installation
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Check pipe connections for leaks