Removal & Installation (6-Series)
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- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly. See PEDAL ASSEMBLY TRIM . Remove microfilter housing on left. See CABIN AIR FILTERS . Remove light module. See LIGHT MODULE . Draw off brake fluid up to supply hose of clutch hydraulic system (1). For this purpose, use only a vacuum pipe that is exclusively used for removing brake fluid. Detach supply hose (1) from expansion tank. See Figure. Disconnect spring (1). Illustration shows component removed. See Fig 1.
- Remove retainer (1) using screwdriver and press out pin. See Fig 2. Detach retainer (1) with a screwdriver (2). See Figure. Do not foul carpet with brake fluid. Detach hydraulic line from clutch master cylinder. Remove lock (1) from pin with aid of screwdriver (2). Lever out pin (3) with aid of screwdriver. Remove clutch master cylinder. During installation, replace pin. Press in pin until lock (1) can be seen to snap into place. See Fig 3. Detach supply hose (1) from clutch master cylinder. Do not pull supply hose completely into interior. Lever out shift element (1) from clutch master cylinder (2) with screwdriver. Release plug connection (3) and disconnect plug (4) from shift element (1). See Figure. During installation, shift element is secured against incorrect installation. Shift element must snap audibly into place. See Figure.