32 41 250 Removing and installing/replacing fluid reservoir for hydraulic steering (with Dynamic Drive)

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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

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

Remove washers.

Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ/2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Wheel Arch And Expansion Tank

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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 Oil Level Sensor Plug Connection And Hose Clamp

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Release hose clamp (1) from radiator return line.

Tightening torque 32 41 3AZ .

Unfasten hose clamp (2).

Installation note:

Replace hose clamp.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (3) from oil level sensor

Disconnect intake pipe and radiator return line from fluid reservoir.

Lift out oil reservoir.

Replacement:

If necessary, modify LEVEL SWITCH .

After installation:

Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) or 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .
Check pipe connections for leaks

Version with Dynamic Drive:

If necessary, carry out START-UP DYNAMIC DRIVE OPERATION