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  1. #1
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    Power steering fix kit

    I have a nice leak coming from bottom pressure hose connecting to oil pressure cooler, right next to bottom of expension tankk. Noticed oil under car and low volume in power steering réservoir.

    I also have a sweating hose for that weird U-shaped line that leaves the power steering pump.

    My réservoir is OK it seems.

    Two sets of questions if I buy this kit:
    https://www.ecstuning.com/b-assemble...2416774215kt1/



    How easy is the job? Need special tool? Are the banjo bolts at the power steering easily reached?

    And second set, do you recommend this set, or are independent lines, crush washers, transmission fluid, etc... The way to go?

    Love to hear Mafia knowledge.
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

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    I personally think the fcp euro kit is nicer.

    But you will need a quick disconnect tool to remove the lines next to the radiator. They are a push in style connector.



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    Yes I see this tool seems like a need. No way to do the job without it.?

    The FCP kits is cheaper without the fluid and looks like I have to reuse the banjo bolts.

    https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...-e46-e46pskit2
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

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    Bump.

    Would like to know the impressions of others who have done this job. Easy to reach those bolts on the rack?
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

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    Quote Originally Posted by Oli77 View Post
    Yes I see this tool seems like a need. No way to do the job without it.?

    The FCP kits is cheaper without the fluid and looks like I have to reuse the banjo bolts.

    https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...-e46-e46pskit2
    I just picked up 2 bottles of Redline D4 ATF for the power steering fluid. Used the old banjo bolts since the kit came with the new crush washers.

    As far as the lines, they are not difficult to remove. I struggled with the ones going into the cooler and should have gotten the tool. Ended up just cutting the lines and then using various tools to compress the fitting to release them.

    His - 2004 Imola Red / Alcantara 330i | 6MT | ZHP |

    Her's - 2005 Black Sapphire Metallic / Black Leather 330i | 6MT | ZHP |

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    You definitely need the tool for the fittings unless you enjoy swearing at your car in frustration...
    I've only swapped two of the lines but the ones on the rack don't look too bad unless they are rusted on there. You'll probably want to have a flare nut wrench for those.
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    Beautiful beautiful information you guys are the best. I will pick up that tool then. I am currently looking up what a flange nut wrench looks like...

    Thanks a lot guys. I will soon get on this I hope and will report back. Seems easy enough.
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

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    Quote Originally Posted by Oli77 View Post
    Beautiful beautiful information you guys are the best. I will pick up that tool then. I am currently looking up what a flange nut wrench looks like...

    Thanks a lot guys. I will soon get on this I hope and will report back. Seems easy enough.
    Be warned. Fluid will be everywhere.

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    His - 2004 Imola Red / Alcantara 330i | 6MT | ZHP |

    Her's - 2005 Black Sapphire Metallic / Black Leather 330i | 6MT | ZHP |

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    I can imagine. Will start with the lowest point I guess.
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

  10. #10
    Quick disconnects are useless - they will crack as soon as you look at them funny. I always slice the metal sleeve with a grinder and use pliers to "open" them up.
    Not sure why CHF is included, ATF is all you need.
    Do swap out the reservoir as it contains the non replaceable filter.

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