34 41 220 Removing and installing/replacing all parking brake shoes

Special tools required:

32 1 030
34 4 000
00 9 317

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove REAR BRAKE DISC .

NOTE: During replacement of the hand brake coverings, the following components must also be replaced:

BRAKE SHOE EXPANDER
Adjusting screw
Spring set

If applicable unclip the gaiter (1) with special tool 00 9 317 at top.

Installation note:

First insert the gaiter (1) on the bottom and then clip in on the top.

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Lock adjustment unit (ASZE).

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

Installation note:

Unlock adjustment unit (ASZE).

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

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

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation note:

Return spring (1) must not be over-elongated.

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Pay attention to installation position of adjusting screw (2).

Apply a thin coat of grease to bush and screw threads (grease: Staburags NBU 12/K, BMW part# 83 23 9 407 810).

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation note:

Return spring (1) must not be over-elongated.

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

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Twist roll pins (1) 90° with special tool 34 4 000 and detach.

Remove brake pads (2).

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After installation:

Adjusting PARKING BRAKE