32 41 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil reservoir: Notes

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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.
Seal off hydraulic lines with seal plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove front left SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE
Remove left intake port

Release screws (1) on wheel arch and screw (2) on expansion tank.

Remove washers.

Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ/2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch And Expansion Tank Screws

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NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access to plug connection and hoses.

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Return Line Hose Clamp And Plug Connection

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Release hose clamp (1) from radiator return line.

Tightening torque 32 41 3AZ .

Unfasten hose clamp (2).

Installation note:

Renew hose clamps.

Disconnect plug connection (3) on oil level sensor.

Disconnect intake pipe and radiator return line from fluid reservoir.

Lift out oil reservoir.