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Necessary preliminary tasks

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Release banjo bolt and detach pressure line from vane pump.

Installation: 

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Tightening torque 32 41 8AZ .

Fig 1: Locating Vane Pump Pressure Line Bolt
G04726423Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Expose pressure line up to connection on power steering gear.

Release banjo bolt (1) and remove pressure line (2).

Installation: 

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line Bolt
G06903842Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.