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34 21 320 Removing and installing or replacing both rear brake discs

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Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

After completing work:

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

New brake pads may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than or equal to the Minimum Brake Disc Thickness (MIN TH).

If the brake discs are replaced, you must also fit new brake pads.

Always replace brake discs in pairs.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (34 1 280) And Measuring Points
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Release screws (1). Remove and suspend brake caliper from vehicle.

Installation: 

For tightening torque refer to 34 21 2AZ in 34 21 REAR BRAKE .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Caliper Mounting Screws
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Release screw (1) and remove brake disc (2).

Installation: 

Replace screw.

For tightening torque refer to 34 21 1AZ in 34 21 REAR BRAKE .

IMPORTANT: To release brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar!

If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.

Clean contact surface of brake disc at wheel hub thoroughly and remove traces of corrosion.

Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disc!

Fig 3: Identifying Screw And Brake Disc
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