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34 11 000 Removing and installing/replacing brake linings on both front disk brakes: Notes

Special Tools Required: 

NOTE: For Special Tools, see BRAKE - SPECIAL TOOLS - 740i & 740iL - E38 .
NOTE: After completing work:
  • Fully depress brake pedal several times so that brake linings contact brake diskcs.
  • When installing new brake linings at front and rear axles, brake fluid level must be brought up to "MAX" marking.
  • Hold ignition key for at least 30 seconds in position "1" without starting engine.

    This clears a fault entry in the RAM

    This prevents the brake wear indicator lamp from lighting up again.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Lift out retaining spring (1).

Fig 1: Lifting Out Retaining Spring
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Left:

Disconnect plug connection for brake lining wear sensor. If necessary, replace brake lining wear sensor.

Remove plastic plugs (2).

Fig 2: Removing Plastic Plugs
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Lift brake hose out of bracket.

Release guide screws (1) with special tool 34 1 080. Withdraw brake caliper backwards.

Fig 3: Releasing Guide Screws
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