34 41... Electromechanical parking brake - emergency release
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 BMW Z4, 2015 BMW Z4, and 2014 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove PARKING BRAKE ACTUATOR on left and right
IMPORTANT:
Secure vehicle against rolling, e.g. with chocks.
Using an 7 mm WAF Allen key (1), turn back brake caliper spindle in clockwise direction.
Turn back until wheel can turn freely.
IMPORTANT:
Do not turn the spindle to the end stop.
At the end stop a fault code is set which will cause the system to shut down!
If this is the case, clear the fault memory
At the end stop a fault code is set which will cause the system to shut down!
If this is the case, clear the fault memory
NOTE:
Startup after circuit interruption:
- Switch on ignition.
- Press brake button with brake pedal depressed.
- The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out as soon as the parking brake is released.