Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove WHEEL

Detach brake pad sensor (1) in direction of arrow from brake pad.

Disengage line from cable guides (2).

Fig 1: Removing Brake Pad Sensor From Brake Pad

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Press together retaining lugs (1) of cable holder on spring strut and remove cable tie in downward direction.

Installation:

Replace cable holder if retaining lugs are damaged.

Make sure retaining lugs are correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lugs

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Disconnect relevant plug connection on cable holder (1).

Unclip plug housing on cable holder.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable Holder

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