34 32 951 Replacing rear left or right brake hose (between rear axle carrier and body)

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Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: After completing work:

Press clutch pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.

NOTE: The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are reconnected.

This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.

Fig 1: Identifying Pedal Support

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IMPORTANT: Grip brake hose at square drive to prevent connecting piece from turning in retaining bracket.

Never twist brake hose (3) when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.

Disconnect brake hose from brake line (1).

Detach brake hose from brake line (2) and remove brake hose (3).

Installation:

For tightening torque refer to 34 32 1AZ in34 32 BRAKE LINES .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Line And Brake Hoses

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Installation:

Tighten brake line using torque wrench (Hazet 6282-1CT with reversible ratchet head) and special tool 34 3 170.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (34 3 170)

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