32 41 332 Replacing pressure 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 FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- REMOVE COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
Release banjo bolt (1) and detach pressure line (2) from vane pump.
Installation:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
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.
After installation
- Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Check pipe connections for leaks