32 41 315 Replacing suction line for power steering (from connecting piece to vane pump)

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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 line connections with seal plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.

Necessary preliminary work:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove RAW-AIR SUPPLY ON LEFT .
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .

Unfasten hose clamp (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 32 41 8AZ .

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp.

Fig 1: Identifying Hose Clamp And Screw

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Release hose clamp (1) and detach intake pipe from power steering pump.

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp.

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

Align suction line by way of marking (2) to power steering pump connection marking.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp And Alignment Marking On Suction Line

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Remove intake pipe (1) in direction of arrow from holder (2).

Remove intake pipe in upward direction.

Fig 3: Removing Intake Pipe From Holder

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After installation:

Fill and bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT or BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) .
Check line connections for leak tightness
Carry out INITIAL DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION .