34 11 220 Removing and installing or replacing both front brake discs

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Special tools required:

34 1 280

See BRAKES - SPECIAL TOOLS

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove wheels . See WHEELS .
Remove and clean brake pads

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

Position special tool 34 1 280 at three measuring points in area (1) and measure.
Compare measurement result and lowest value with setpoint value.

See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .

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

Brake discs may only be replaced in pairs (on each axle).

Fig 1: Measuring Minimum Brake Disc Thickness

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IMPORTANT: 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) (not incl. M vehicles).
In the case of M vehicles and perforated brake discs, new brake pads may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH).

See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .

NOTE: The minimum brake disc thickness is configured in such a way that it lasts the life of a further set of brake pads (does not apply to M vehicles and perforated brake discs).

Release screws (1), remove brake caliper (2) with brake console (3) and tie back.

Installation:

Tightening torque, see 34 11 FRONT BRAKE .

Check that brake hose is correctly seated in holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Caliper And Screws

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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!

Release screw (1) and remove brake disc (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Disc And Screw

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Installation:

Replace screw.

Tightening torque, see 34 11 FRONT BRAKE .

After installation:

Read and comply with notes on braking in new brake discs / brake pads .