32 41 333 Replacing pressure line for hydraulic steering (from junction to vane pump) (N55)

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Special tools required:

WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
DANGER 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 tasks:

Detach VANE PUMP from engine.

Turn vane pump up, release screw (1) and pull pressure line (2) off of power steering pump.

Installation note:

Tightening torque 32 41 10AZ .

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) towards top.

Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ .

Pressure lines must be provided with suitable plugs 32 1 270 immediately after removal.

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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After installation: