34 11 519 Removing and installing/replacing left or right front brake caliper

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove wheels

Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on raising the vehicle.

After completing work: BLEED BRAKING SYSTEM

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: Locating Pedal Support

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Left side: Disconnect plug connection for wear indicator.

Release brake hose on brake caliper.

Slacken connection for brake hose and brake line.

Installation:

Tighten brake hose on brake caliper.

Tightening torque 34 32 4AZ .

Move steering to straight-ahead position.

Screw brake hose to brake line, ensuring that brake hose is not twisted.

Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ .

Release screws (1) and remove brake caliper.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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