32 41 440 Replacing Suction Line From Oil Reservoir To Hydraulic Pump
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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 work:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir.
- Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Remove FAN COWL with electric fan.
- Remove LEFT REAR CHARGE AIR DUCT/PRESSURE PIPE .
Detach OIL RESERVOIR (2) FROM CONSOLE/BODY .
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Detach intake pipe from fluid reservoir.
Installation note:
Marks on fluid reservoir and intake pipe must match up.
Replace hose clamp.
Expose intake pipe as far as connection to power steering pump.
Release hose clamp (1) from engine compartment and detach intake pipe from power steering pump.
Installation note:
Replace hose clamp.
Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
Align suction line by way of marking (2) to power steering pump connection marking.
After installation:
- Carry out DYNAMIC DRIVE START-UP .
- Check pipe connections for leaks.