32 41 060 Removing and installing (replacing) vane pump for power steering (S65)

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NOTE: Because of a change to the belt drive, there are counterclockwise- and clockwise-rotating vane pumps.

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 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 BELT PULLEY
Remove DRIVE BELT TENSIONER

Unclip cover (1), release screw behind and remove deflection pulley (2) from oil filter housing.

Installation:

Pin (3) of deflection pulley must be correctly seated in oil filter housing.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover, Pulley Of Oil Filter And Pin Of Deflection Pulley

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Release banjo bolt (1) and detach pressure line (2) from vane pump.

Release hose clamp (3) and detach suction line (4) from vane pump.

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp, Suction Line Of Vane Pump And Pressure Line With Bolt

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Release screws (1) and remove vane pump towards front.

Installation:

Fig 3: Removing Vane Pump

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After installation

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check pipe connections for leaks