32 41 314 Replacing suction line for power steering, from fluid reservoir to connecting piece (RWD with N63 engine)
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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 line connections with seal plugs.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable expansion tank.
Necessary preliminary work
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
- Remove OIL RESERVOIR from body.
- Remove RAW-AIR SUPPLY on left
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Disconnect intake pipe (2) from oil reservoir.
Installation note:
Marks on oil reservoir and intake pipe must match up.
Replace hose clamp.
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Remove intake pipe (2).
Installation note:
Replace hose clamp.
Make sure intake pipe is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
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