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37 13 120 Removing and installing/renewing pressure line for VA1 swivel motor

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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 pipe connections with plugs 32 1 270

Recycling: 

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

Necessary preliminary work: 

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

Release banjo bolt (1).

Tightening torque 37 13 5AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Banjo Bolt
G06890225Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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

Tightening torque 37 13 7AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws
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Unlock holder (1) on front axle support at front and detach hydraulic line.

Installation note: 

Replace damaged holders.

Fig 3: Identifying Hydraulic Line And Holder
G06890227Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

If necessary, release holders (1) and (2) of transmission fluid cooler lines in wheel arch on left.

Tightening torque 17 22 3AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Transmission Fluid Cooler Line Holders
G06890228Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screw (1).

Remove pressure line.

Tightening torque 37 13 4AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Pressure Line Screws
G06890180Courtesy 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.

After installation: 

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