BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Power Steering Gear

WARNING: Danger to life! Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.

Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.

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 pipe connections with plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir.
• Remove tie rod end on both sides from swivel bearing.
• Replacement only: Remove tie rod end at both ends of tie rod.
• Remove lower section of steering spindle from steering gear.
• Lower front axle support.

Carefully lower power steering gear.

Mark installation positions of pressure and return lines to power steering gear.

Release banjo bolts (1).

Disconnect pressure line (2) and return line (3) from power steering gear.

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

Align pressure and return lines by way of markings and tighten down banjo bolts.

Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ (pressure line).

Tightening torque 32 41 6AZ (return line).

Fig. 36: Identifying Pressure And Return Line And Banjo Bolts

Release power steering gear and remove sideways between engine and front axle carriers.

Fig. 37: Identifying Power Steering Gear

Replacement:

If necessary, release screws (1) and remove heat shield (2) from power steering gear.

Installation:

Tightening torque 32 00 2AZ.

Fig. 38: Identifying Heat Shield And Screws

After installation:

• Fill and bleed hydraulic system.
• Check pipe connections for leaks.
• Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK.
• Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment.
• If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation.

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ACTIVE FRONT STEERING POWER STEERING GEAR

WARNING: Danger to life! Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.

Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.

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 pipe connections with plugs.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
• Remove tie rod end on both sides from swivel bearing.
• Replacement only: Remove tie rod end at both ends of tie rod.
• Remove lower section of steering spindle from steering gear.
• Lower front axle support.
• Disconnect plug connection for ECO valve on back of power steering pump.

Carefully lower power steering gear.

Mark installation positions of pressure and return lines to power steering gear.

Release banjo bolts (1).

Disconnect pressure line (2) and return line (3) from power steering gear.

Installation:

Replace all sealing rings.

Align pressure and return lines by way of markings and tighten down banjo bolts.

Tightening torque 32 41 5AZ (pressure line).

Tightening torque 32 41 6AZ (return line).

Fig. 39: Identifying Pressure And Return Line And Banjo Bolts

Release power steering gear and remove sideways between engine and front axle carriers.

Fig. 40: Identifying Power Steering Gear

Replacement:

If necessary, release screws (1) and remove heat shield (2).

Disconnect plug connections (3) and remove connecting cable (4).

Installation:

Tightening torque 32 00 2AZ.

Fig. 41: Identifying Heat Shield, Plug Connection, Connecting Cable And Screws

After installation:

• Fill and bleed hydraulic system.
• Check pipe connections for leaks.
• Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK.
• Perform adjustment for active steering.
• If necessary, carry out initial Dynamic Drive operation.

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