32 41 311 Replacing Intake Pipe For Hydraulic Steering (N54/N55)
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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 rear left CHARGE AIR DUCT
- Remove OIL RESERVOIR
Expose intake pipe up to connection on vane pump.
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Detach intake pipe (2) from vane pump.
Installation note:
Identification (P) and rib (3) on vane pump connection must match up.
When installing the intake pipe, make sure it is laid without tension and there is a sufficient gap to the adjacent components.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Check line connections for leak tightness