34 32 861 Replacing All Brake Pipes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools required:
- 34 5 100
NOTE:
The brake lines are only supplied in the straight version and correct length with connecting nipple.
Read and comply with General Information .
After completing work, bleed brake system . See 34 00 050 BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM WITH DSC .
Read and comply with General Information .
After completing work, 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. See BRAKES - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- ALPINA .