Removing and Installing/Replacing Vane Pump for Power Steering (M54)

32 41 060 - Removing and installing/replacing vane pump for power steering (M54)





Warning!
Danger of poisoning 00 .. ... Danger of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through the Skin if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
Risk of injury 00 .. ... Risk of Injury If Oil Comes Into Contact With Eyes and Skin 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.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.





Recycling:
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove front assembly underside protection Removing and Installing / Replacing Front Underbody Protection
- Remove belt pulley Removing and Installing/Replacing Belt Pulley on Vane Pump for Power Steering
- Remove deflection pulley from alternator





Release hose clamp (1) and detach suction line from vane pump.

Installation Note:
Markings on suction line and vane pump connection must match up.

Release banjo bolt (2) and detach pressure line from vane pump.

Installation Note:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure pressure line is laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 3AZ Pump and Oil Supply.





Release screws and remove vane pump.
Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ Pump and Oil Supply.





After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system Bleeding Power Steering Unit
- Check pipe connections for leaks