17 11 370 Removing And Installing/Replacing Cooling Loop For Hydraulic Steering (S63, B44 T 0)

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WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: When carrying out repair work on the oil and cooling circuit, protect the alternator against dirt contamination.

Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FAN COWL .

Release screws (1) on left and right from cover (3).

Tightening torque: 17 10 1AZ .

Release screws (2) behind sealing lip.

Tightening torque: 17 10 1AZ .

Lift out cover (3).

Fig 1: Sealing Lip Cover And Screw

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Remove circlips (1).

Unlock lines (2) and (3) and detach from cooling loop.

IMPORTANT: Catch and dispose of emerging oil.

Installation note:

Reinstall circlips.

Fig 2: Circlips And Lines Of Cooling Loop

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Lift out oil cooling loop (1).

Fig 3: Oil Cooling Loop

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After completing this repair work, check OIL LEVEL in oil reservoir of hydraulic steering and fill if necessary.

Reassemble the vehicle.

Check hydraulic steering for leak tightness.