32 13 650 Removing and installing/replacing EH converter for Servotronic (AWD vehicles)

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

Necessary preliminary tasks

Draw off hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE
Release engine oil pipes on steering gear
Release HYDRAULIC STEERING from front axle support and pull to the front

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 Screws And Plug Connection

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After installation

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