34 32 861 Replacing all brake pipes
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Special tools required:
NOTE:
The brake lines are only supplied in the straight version and correct length with connecting nipple.
Read and comply with General Information, see 34 00 ... General Information .
After completing tasks, bleed brake system, see 34 00 050 Bleeding brake system with DSC .
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle, see 00 ... ... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM .
New brake lines are bent into shape with bending tool 34 5 100 .
Removed brake pipes can be used as templates for bending.
IMPORTANT:
- Protective coating of brake line must not be damaged during bending.
- Do not kink or bend back brake lines.
- Watch distances to rigid and movable vehicle parts. Brake lines may not make contact or rub.
- Tighten down brake line couplings with torque wrench.
Installation:
Tightening torque: 34 32 1AZ, see 34 32 BRAKE LINES .