BMW 7 Series: Replacing Suction Line For Power Steering (From Fluid Reservoir To Connecting Piece)
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! RISK 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.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable expansion tank.
Necessary preliminary work
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
- Remove OIL RESERVOIR from body
- Remove raw-air supply duct on left.
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Disconnect intake pipe (2) from oil reservoir.
Installation note: Marks on oil reservoir and intake pipe must match up.
Replace hose clamp.
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Fig. 178: Identifying Oil Reservoir Intake Pipe With Hose Clamp
Unfasten hose clamp (1).
Remove intake pipe (2).
Installation note: Replace hose clamp.
Make sure intake pipe is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.
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Fig. 179: Identifying Intake Pipe With Hose Clamp
After installation
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system.
- Check line connections for leak tightness.
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