Removing and Installing/Replacing Fluid Reservoir for Power Steering with Dynamic Drive / Active Front Steering

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





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, N53, N54: Remove intake filter housing





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.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection at level switch.

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

Disconnect suction and cooler return lines from fluid reservoir, check and if necessary replace.

Lift out fluid reservoir.





Replacement:

If necessary, remove level switch Service and Repair.





After installation:

- Fill and bleed hydraulic system
- Check pipe connections for leaks
Version with Dynamic Drive:

- If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview