32 13 061 Replacing hydraulic steering gear
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WARNING:
DANGER OF POISONING
if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
DANGER OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and 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.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Remove COVER FOR STEERING ASSEMBLIES on left and right
- Remove ANTI-ROLL BAR at front axle support.
- Remove TRACK ROD END ON BOTH SIDES FROM SWIVEL BEARING
- Remove TRACK ROD END AT BOTH ENDS OF TRACK ROD
Release screw (1) from engine compartment.
Tightening torque 32 31 2AZ .
Installation note:
Replace screw
Detach steering shaft lower section.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ .
Remove lines (2) from hydraulic steering gear.
Disconnect plug connection (3) and release cable strap.
Installation note:
Replace sealing rings.
Release screws (1) and lay lines to one side.
Tightening torque 32 41 7AZ .
Unfasten screws (2).
Installation note:
Replace bolts.
Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ .
Remove hydraulic steering gear in downward direction.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT or BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VEHICLES WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) .
- Check line connections for leaks
- Perform CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK
- If necessary, carry out INITIAL OPERATION FOR DYNAMIC DRIVE