32 41 311 Replacing suction line for power steering (S65)
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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 pipe connections with plugs.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove drive belt tensioner . See 11 28 020 REPLACING TENSIONING DEVICE FOR ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT (S65) .
Release hose clamp (1) and detach suction line (2) from fluid reservoir.
Installation:
Make sure suction line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Expose suction line up to connection on vane pump.
Release hose clamp (1) and detach suction line (2) from vane pump.
Installation:
Markings on suction line and vane pump connection must match up.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system
- Check pipe connections for leaks