32 41 331 Replacing Pressure Line For Power Steering (From Steering Gear To Junction) (550 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!

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.

Necessary preliminary work:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir.
Release hydraulic steering gear (F01/F02/F03/F07 only rear-wheel drive).
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (F04 and all-wheel drive vehicles).

Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) from steering gear.

Tightening torque: 32 41 5AZ

Fig 1: Screw And Pressure Line From Steering Gear

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Remove return hose (1) from holder (2).

Fig 2: Return Hose And Holder

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 32 41 15AZ

Release nut (2) on holder.

Tightening torque: 32 41 7AZ

Disconnect pressure line (3).

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Fig 3: Pressure Line, Screw And Nut

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After installation:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
Check line connections for leaks.