37 13 130 Removing and installing/replacing underfloor pressure lines for oscillating motor (HA1/HA2)

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Special tools required:

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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.
Do not draw off hydraulic fluid (risk of contamination).
Close off pipe connections with plugs. 32 1 270

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove RIGHT UNDERBODY PANELLING
Partially remove front right WHEEL ARCH COVER (rear section)
Remove rear wheel arch cover front section

IMPORTANT: Pressure lines and connections on valve block must be fitted with suitable seal plugs immediately after removal! 32 1 270

Release screws (1) for hydraulic lines on valve block.

Tightening torque 37 13 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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IMPORTANT: Note installation position of spacers (1) and (2).
Failure to do so may result in noises/rattling!

Fig 2: Identifying Installation Position Of Spacers

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Open holder (1) and remove pressure lines.

Installation note:

If necessary, replace damaged holders.

Fig 3: Identifying Holder

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Release screws (1) and (2).

Tightening torque 37 13 12AZ .

Hydraulic lines must be provided with suitable seal plugs 32 1 270 immediately after removal!

Fig 4: Identifying Block Screw Connections

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IMPORTANT: When assembling, make sure that in succession only the seal plugs of the line to be fitted are removed.
When fitting lines, do not tilt connectors (sealing rings!) and connect fully before screwing.
Do not replace sealing rings on hydraulic lines.
Replace affected line if sealing ring is damaged.

After Installation note:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check line connections for leaks
Carry out INITIAL DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION