32 41 314 Replacing suction line for power steering (from fluid reservoir to connecting piece) (vehicles with N63 engine)
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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!
IMPORTANT:
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Close off hydraulic lines with plugs.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable expansion tank.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
- Remove OIL RESERVOIR from body.
- Remove INTAKE DUCT on left.
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Disconnect intake pipe (2) from oil reservoir.
Installation note:
Marks on oil reservoir and intake pipe must match up.
Replace hose clamp.
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Remove intake pipe (2).
Installation note:
Replace hose clamp.
Make sure intake pipe is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT or BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VEHICLES WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) .
- Check line connections for leak tightness