Removing and installing hydraulic pump motor: Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020)

• Opens: power steering fluid
• Renewed: seal

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• Before removing, put cleaning cloth or container underneath pump to catch any escaping hydraulic fluid.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Risk of injury.The hydraulic system must be depressurised when performing the following work. — Remove hydraulic pump . [Note: Before removing, put cleaning cloth or container underneath pump to catch any escaping hydraulic fluid.]
2. Unscrew filler plug once to equalise pressure and screw in again.
3. Place pump with motor facing upwards in a vertical position for several minutes to let hydraulic fluid flow into reservoir.
4. Open catch (3) and swivel lid (1) to the side (arrow).
5. Remove cover (2) from motor.

6. Pull catch (4) and unplug electrical connector (3).
7. Remove bolts (arrows).
8. Pull motor (2) off valve block (1) by moving it back and forth slightly. [Note: Renew seal.]
9. Slide new seal (2) onto motor.
10. Position motor (3) on valve block (1).
11. Fit motor onto valve block, moving it back and forth slightly.
12. Check hydraulic fluid level and top up if necessary .

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