32 13 650 Removing and installing/replacing EH converter for Servotronic

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IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.

Necessary preliminary work

Remove REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION
RELEASE bottom of steering shaft at steering box

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove EH converter.

Installation note:

Clean side return orifice with compressed air.

Align EH converter to opening in hydraulic steering gear, press by hand into hydraulic steering gear up to stop, insert screws (2) and tighten down.

Tightening torque 32 00 2AZ.

Fig 1: Identifying EH Converter Plug Connection And Screws

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After installation

Fill and bleed hydraulic system . See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING (VERSION WITH DYNAMIC DRIVE) or 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT .