34 41 000 Removing and installing/replacing handbrake lever

Special tools required:

32 1 030

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT

NOTE: If the parking brake lever is replaced, the handbrake lever grip must also be replaced.

Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Actuate parking brake lever. Connect special tool 32 1 030 . Press stop (1) of adjusting spring back to such an extent that retaining hook (2) engages in stop (1).

Installation:

Unlock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Lever out restraining hook (2) with a suitable screwdriver.

Restraining hook (2) must detach from stop (1) of adjusting spring.

Fig 1: Removing Gaiter For Parking Brake Lever

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 34 41 5AZ .

Remove bracket for center console (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Bracket For Center Console

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Disconnect cable (1) from handbrake check switch.

Unclip cable bracket (2) at point (3).

Remove cable bracket and place forward.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable From Handbrake Check Switch

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Press retainer (1) in balance arm (2) forward in direction of arrow.

Detach handbrake Bowden cables (3) from balance arm (2).

Fig 4: Removing Handbrake Bowden Cables From Balance Arm

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Release nuts (1) and remove parking brake lever (2).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque 34 41 1AZ .

Parking brake lever and adjustment unit (ASZE) are only exchanged completely as a single unit.

Fig 5: Identifying Parking Brake Lever And Nuts

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