35 11 000 Removing and installing complete bearing block for foot pedal

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read and comply with BRAKES, GENERAL INFORMATION .
Remove BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
Remove left SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE
Remove TRIM PANEL for pedal assembly
Remove CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER from bearing block (clutch hydraulic system remains closed)

Release brake lines (1) and remove.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ .

Remove non-return valve (2) in direction of arrow from brake booster.

Installation:

Check rubber seal in brake booster and replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Removing Non-Return Valve From Brake Booster

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unhinge the recoil spring (2).

Remove retaining clip (3).

Installation:

Replace locking clip (3).

Locking clip (3) must be seated with both legs in the pin groove.

Fig 2: Identifying Recoil Spring, Retaining Clip And Plug Connection

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Release screws (4).

Installation:

Tightening torque 35 11 1AZ .

Move brake booster a little towards engine compartment.

Feed piston rod (1) by turning bearing block out of retaining lug (2).

Installation:

Feed brake pedal in depressed position into piston rod, moving the brake booster a little towards the engine compartment.

Remove mounting block.

IMPORTANT: Do not use any force when removing and installing the brake unit; the brake unit can be damaged under certain circumstances.

Brake lines must not be bent.

Fig 3: Feeding Piston Rod Out Of Retaining Lug

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