LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Mini >> 2010 >> Cooper S, 2D Hatchback, Standard >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 3409 (Integrated Suspension Systems - Repair) >> Connecting Lines >> 37 13 125 Removing and refitting/replacing pressure line on swivel motor VA2 >> Notes

37 13 125 Removing and refitting/replacing pressure line on swivel motor VA2: Notes

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2016 BMW 760Li, 2015 BMW 760Li, 2014 BMW 760Li, 2013 BMW 760Li, and 2012 BMW 760Li. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
DANGER 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: 

IMPORTANT: Pressure line and connection on valve block must be fitted with suitable seal plugs 32 1 270 immediately after removal!

Unfasten screw connection (1).

Tightening torque 37 13 5AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screw Connections
G06890231Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock plastic holder (1) and disengage line.

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line Holder
G06890242Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1) from line clip on front axle support and remove clip.

Tightening torque 37 13 7AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Front Axle Support Line Clip Screws
G06890260Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screw (2).

Remove pipe.

Tightening torque 37 13 4AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Pressure Line Screws
G06890180Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Note installation position of rubber spacer (1).
Make sure pressure lines are laid without tension.
Fig 5: Identifying Rubber Spacer
G06889720Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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.