GLK 350 4MATIC (204.987) V6-3.5L (272.971) (2010)
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Note:
^ If the connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4) cannot be turned by hand, the 0-ring of the fitting does not have to be replaced.
^ If the connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4) can be turned, as a precaution, the 0-ring ring must be replaced.
C. Torque the Connection Fitting, Reconnect Power Steering Hose.
1. Torque connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4) using socket wrench to 55 Nm.
2. Reconnect power steering high pressure line fitting (arrow, Figure 3) to the connection fitting on power steering pump then torque bolt (A, Figure 3) to
18 Nm.
Note:
Replacement of 0-ring on power steering line itself (arrow, Figure 3) is not required.
3. Check power steering fluid level, correct if necessary:
^ Remove unvented power steering fluid cap (do not reinstall this cap).
^ Start the engine, turn steering wheel side to side up to the limit stop 8 times.
^ Fill fluid level to proper level with engine off.
^ Reinstall the original power steering fluid reservoir cap then check fluid level and check fluid for foaming.
Caution!
Be sure to reinstall the original power steering reservoir cap.
4. Check for leaks at the power steering line connection fitting (arrow, Figure 3) to the power steering pump.
Note:
Clean up any power steering fluid that may have leaked during procedure.
5. Reassemble in reverse order. Procedure is complete.
D. Replace Power Steering Pump Connection Fitting 0-Ring
1. Completely unscrew connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4) and replace 0-ring on connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4).
2. Torque connection fitting (arrow, Figure 4) using socket wrench to 55 Nm.
3. Reconnect power steering high pressure line fitting (arrow, Figure 3) to connection fitting on power steering pump then torque bolt (A, Figure 3) to 18
Nm.
Note:
Replacement of 0-ring on power steering line itself (arrow, Figure 3) is not required.
4. Check power steering fluid level, correct if necessary:
^ Remove unvented power steering fluid cap (do not reinstall this cap).
^ Start the engine, turn steering wheel side to side up to the limit stop 8 times.
^ Fill fluid level to proper level with engine off.
^ Reinstall the original power steering fluid reservoir cap then check fluid level and check fluid for foaming.
Caution!
Be sure to reinstall the original power steering reservoir cap.