32 13 650 Removing and installing/replacing EH converter for Servotronic

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IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE
Draw off hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove front underbody protection
Release pressure and return line on steering gear
Remove ANTI-ROLL BAR at front axle support
Mark HYDRAULIC STEERING on front axle support and pull to the front

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove EH converter.

Installation note:

Clean side return orifice with compressed air.

Align EH converter to opening in hydraulic steering gear, press by hand into hydraulic steering gear up to stop, insert screws (2) and tighten down.

Tightening torque 32 00 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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After installation:

Fill and bleed HYDRAULIC SYSTEM