Remove/install hydraulic line of power steering with engine 272 upstream of power steering radiator - AR46.25-P-3015VG

MODEL 171.454 with ENGINE 272.942 upstream of power steering radiator 

MODEL 171.456 with ENGINE 272.963 upstream of power steering radiator 

Fig 1: Identifying Hydraulic Line And Power Steering Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 2: Identifying Hydraulic Line And Power Steering Components (2 Of 2)

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	Remove/install
	Risk of injury  to skin or eyes caused by hydraulic fluid spraying out under high pressure. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing hydraulic fluid	Depressurize the hydraulic system completely before starting any work on the system. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses.	-
	Before opening the hydraulic system of the power steering, thoroughly clean the area surrounding the separation point. Even minute particles of dirt, introduced into the hydraulic components, can result in malfunctions or damage to the power steering
1	Open engine hood and raise to vertical position		AR88.40-P-1000V
2	Remove left and right intake air duct (1)
3	Suction off oil out of power steering expansion reservoir (2)	Hand pump	Figure
4	Detach hydraulic line (3) from front axle carrier by unscrewing bolt (4)		*BA46.30-P-1009-01D
	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer.	-
5	Raise vehicle		AR00.60-P-1000V
6	Remove front and center sections of lower engine compartment paneling	Installation:  Only install engine compartment paneling after the leak test.	AR61.20-P-1105V
7	Loosen hose clamp (5) and detach hydraulic line (3) from power steering radiator (6)	Collect oil which runs out with rags and seal line connections
		stop plugs. Check hose clamp (5) and hydraulic line (3) for condition and replace if necessary.
			*BA46.30-P-1011-01D
		Set of stop plugs	Figure
8	Detach hydraulic line (3) from rack-and-pinion steering by unscrewing bolt (7)		*BA46.20-P-1013-01F
9	Detach pressure line (8) from rack-and-pinion steering by unscrewing bolt (9)		*BA46.20-P-1013-01F
10	Unscrew bolt (10) and remove pressure line (8) with hydraulic line (3) from rack-and-pinion steering	Collect oil which runs out with rags and seal line connections
		stop plugs.
		Installation:  Replace sealing rings.
			*BA46.20-P-1001-01F
		Set of stop plugs	Figure
11	Remove hydraulic line (3) downwards
12	Install in the reverse order
	Risk of accident  caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury  caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running	Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.	-
13	Fill power steering pump and bleed		AR46.30-P-0010V
14	Check oil level in power steering expansion reservoir (2), correct if necessary
	Power steering - checking and correcting oil level		AP46.00-P-4611V
15	Check function of power steering and for leaks

Fig 3: Identifying Set Of Stop Plugs (129 589 00 91 00)

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Fig 4: Identifying Hand Pump (210 589 00 71 00)

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