34 41 140 Removing and installing or replacing guide tube for handbrake cables

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: After completing work:

Release handbrake lever.

Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Using special tool 32 1 030, press stop (1) of adjusting spring back to such an extent that retaining hook (2) engages in stop (1).

Installation:

Unlock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Lever out restraining hook (2) with a suitable screwdriver.

Restraining hook (2) must detach from stop (1) of adjusting spring.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (32 1 030), Retaining Hook And Stop

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Press retainer (1) in balance arm (2) forward in direction of arrow.

Detach handbrake Bowden cables (3) from balance arm (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Handbrake Bowden Cables, Retainer And Balance Arm

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Pull handbrake cables out of guide tube.

Release screws (1).

Release screws (2) and feed out guide tube (3) towards bottom.

Installation:

Replace seal.

For tightening torque refer to 34 41 4AZ in 34 41 PARKING BRAKE .

Fig 3: Identifying Handbrake Guide Tube And Mounting Screws

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