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32 13 066 Replacing active front steering hydraulic steering gear: Notes

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IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Seal connections and lines immediately after removal with sealing plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 32 41 7AZ .

Release screw (2) on bracket.

Tightening torque 32 41 7AZ .

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Support Slacken Nut And Screws
G08470399Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections
G08470400Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Pull hydraulic steering gear towards front a little.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screw (2) and remove lines (3) from hydraulic steering gear.

Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ .

Remove power steering gear in downward direction.

Fig 3: Identifying Hydraulic Steering Gear Plug Connection, Screw And Lines
G08470401Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.