Necessary preliminary work:
Removal:
Press brake pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.
NOTE: The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are reconnected.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.
Remove dust cap (1).
Remove vent valve (1).
IMPORTANT: Collect escaping brake fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.
Installation:
IMPORTANT: The bore hole must be free of contamination!
Install vent valve (1).
Mount dust cap (1).
Remove pedal support.
Required follow-up work:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Mechanical steering gear: Notes on replacement of steering gear/steering column/steering shaft
following accident damage
Steering gear facts:
In the event of accidents or driving conditions similar to accidents, shock-like loads can cause different types of
damage to steering boxes. When a steering box is externally undamaged, it is sometimes only possible to
identify damage with great difficulty and with great eff ...