Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: Service and Repair

32 41 253 - Removing and installing / replacing fluid reservoir for power steering with Dynamic Drive





Special tools required:
- 32 1 260 32 1 260 Pliers





Important!
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.

Seal off pipe connections with plugs.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- M54, N52: Remove gaiter with resonator
- M57TU, M57T2, M67, M67TU: Release coolant expansion tank and place to one side
- N62, N62TU: Remove intake filter housing/design cover (left)





Unscrew nuts.

Remove shims.

If necessary, remove bracket (not shown in illustration).

Installation Note:
Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ Pump and Oil Supply.





Note:
If necessary, raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access to plug connection and hose clamps.

Disconnect plug connection at level switch.

Remove hose clamps if necessary with special tool 32 1 260 32 1 260 Pliers.

Disconnect suction line and radiator return line from fluid reservoir.

Lift out fluid reservoir.





Replacement:

Remove level switch Service and Repair.





After installation:

- Fill and bleed hydraulic system Bleeding Power Steering (Version With Dynamic Drive)
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation Initial Operation With Test Run of Dynamic Drive