32 41 331 Replacing Pressure Line For Power Steering (From Steering Gear To Junction) (535 AWD)
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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 line connections with seal plugs.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir.
- Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION at front and rear.
- Remove front stiffening plate (F12 all-wheel drive vehicle).
- Remove CHARGE-AIR DUCT .
- Remove FAN COWL .
- Remove AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR .
- Remove POWER STEERING PUMP for hydraulic steering.
Release screw (1) on steering box and pull off pressure line (3).
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) from above.
Pressure lines must be provided with suitable plugs immediately after removal!
Installation note:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
- Check line connections for leaks.
- Dynamic Drive: CARRY OUT START-UP DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION .