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34 21 320 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Both Rear Brake Discs

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see BRAKES - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Special Tools Required: 

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

E65 and E66: Release parking brake (pushbutton to left of steering wheel).

After completing tasks, adjust handbrake. Refer to 34 41 006 ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE .

(Not for E65 and E66)!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle. Refer to 00..... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM .

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

New brake linings may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than or equal to the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH). Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

Always replace brake discs in pairs.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Measuring Points On Brake Disc
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Release screws (1), remove brake caliper and tie up.

NOTE: Brake hose remains connected.

Installation: 

Tightening torque, refer to 34 21 3AZ in BRAKES - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 2: Removing Brake Caliper Screws
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Unscrew bolts and take off brake disc.

Installation: 

Tightening torque, refer to 34 21 1AZ in BRAKES - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Clean contact surface of brake disc at wheel hub thoroughly; remove traces of corrosion if necessary. Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disc!

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.
Fig 3: Removing Bolts Of Brake Disc
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IMPORTANT: Internally ventilated brake discs are balanced. Never remove or reposition balance clips.
Fig 4: Identifying Internally Ventilated Brake Discs
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