32 13 060 Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Steering Gear

32 13 060 - Removing and installing/replacing power steering gear (AWD)

Warning!
Danger to life!
Secure engine in installation position Securing Engine In Installation Position to prevent it from falling down.

Important!
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal off hydraulic lines with plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Secure engine in installation position Securing Engine In Installation Position
- Remove tie rod end on both sides from swivel bearing 32 21 151 Replacing Left or Right Tie Rod
- Replacement only: Remove tie rod end at both ends of tie rod 32 21 151 Replacing Left or Right Tie Rod
- Lower front axle support 31 11 506 Lowering/Raising Front Axle Support

If necessary, remove heat shield from power steering gear.
Release banjo bolts (1, 4).
Disconnect pressure line (2) and return line (3) from power steering gear.
Remove cooler return line from front axle carrier.

Installation Note:
Replace sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ 32 41 Pump and Oil Supply (pressure line).
Tightening torque 32 41 10AZ 32 41 Pump and Oil Supply (return line).

M57T2:
Disengage vacuum line for engine mount on front axle carrier.
Lower front axle carrier further.

Note:
Heat shield is only fitted on the right side.

If necessary, release screws (1) and remove heat shield (2).

Tightening torque 32 21 4AZ [1][2]31 21 Steering Arms.

Release nuts and remove screws (1) towards bottom.
Remove power steering gear (2) to one side.

Installation Note:
Replace screws and self-locking nuts.
Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ 32 00 Steering.

After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system Service and Repair
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- Perform chassis alignment check
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments