32 41 333 Replacing Pressure Line For Hydraulic Steering (From Junction To Vane Pump) (550IX)

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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.
Remove underbody protection at front and rear. See 51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING UNDERBODY PROTECTION (FRONT) or 51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Remove STIFFENING PLATE (only all-wheel drive vehicle and F04).
Lower front axle support (only all-wheel drive vehicles and F04).

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 32 41 6AZ

Release screw (2) on bracket.

Tightening torque: 32 41 14AZ

Disconnect pressure line (2) from power steering pump.

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Fig 1: Pressure Line And Screw

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Release screw (1) and detach pressure line from holder.

Tightening torque: 32 41 18AZ

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Fig 2: Screw And Pressure Line

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 32 41 11AZ

Disconnect pressure line (2).

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 And Screw

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After installation:

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