34 52 162 Removing and installing/replacing EMF actuator

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release parking brake.
Switch off ignition.

IMPORTANT: Switch off ignition at least 30 s before disconnecting the plug connection.

After installation, observe the following: switch on ignition and, using parking brake operating element, open parking brake once, close once and open again.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Disengage cable from cable clip.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection

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Release screws (1).

Installation note:

Replace screws

Tightening torque: 34 41 5AZ .

Take off holder (2).

Detach actuator drive (3) from brake caliper.

Fig 2: Identifying Actuator Drive, Holder And Screws

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Installation note:

Check sealing ring (1), replace if necessary.

Apply a light coating of brake fluid to sealing ring (1) before fitting.

Fig 3: Identifying Sealing Ring

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Installation note:

Carefully fit actuator drive until teeth engage and actuator drive rests flush on brake caliper.

If necessary, turn actuator drive slightly until bore hole and thread are flush.

Fig 4: Turning Actuator Drive

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