3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
Checking pump pressure:
1.
Close valve (A).
2.
Open valve (B).
3.
Fill and bleed hydraulic system
4.
Start engine.
5.
Heat hydraulic fluid to approx. 50
°
C by moving steering
wheel at increased engine speed.
6.
Close valve (B) for max. 10 secs. and read off pressure.
7.
Compare measured pressure with specified nominal pressure
.
Replace vane pump if the nominal pressure is exceeded by
more than 10 %.
Check belt tension if the nominal pressure is undershot by
more than 10 %. Replace vane pump if belt tension is OK.
After installation:
•
Fill and bleed hydraulic system
•
Check pipe connections for leaks
RA Checking function of power steering vane pump
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