32 41 435 Removing and installing/renewing Dynamic Drive in the wheel arch: 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.
Do not draw off hydraulic fluid (risk of contamination).
Close off line connections with seal plug. 32 1 270

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable expansion tank.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front right wheel arch cover. See WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION) and WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION) .
Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Remove right STEERING ASSEMBLY COVER
Release front right UNDERBODY PANELLING

IMPORTANT: Pressure lines must be closed off with suitable seal plugs 32 1 270 immediately after removal!

Release screw (1) for return line.

Fig 1: Identifying Return Line Screw

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Installation note:

IMPORTANT: When tightening the screw connection (1), apply counter support with wrench (3) at the line (2)!

Non-compliance will result in damage to the line (2)!

Tightening torque 37 13 12AZ .

Fig 2: Tightening Screw Connection Using Wrench

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Release line clips (1) and (2) from front axle support.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Axle Support Line Clips

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Release screw (1) in area of lower wishbone.

Tightening torque 37 13 8AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Lower Wishbone Screw

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IMPORTANT: When assembling, make sure that in succession only the seal plugs of the line to be fitted are removed.
When fitting lines, do not tilt connectors (sealing rings!) and connect fully before screwing.
Do not replace sealing rings on hydraulic lines.
Replace affected line if sealing ring is damaged.