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Replacing rear left or right brake hose (between rear axle support and body) (X6 M)

Special tools required: 

NOTE: Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .
After completing repair work: BRAKE SYSTEM .

Press brake pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.

NOTE: The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are reconnected.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.
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IMPORTANT: Grip brake hose at square drive to prevent connecting piece from turning in retaining bracket. Never twist brake hose (2) when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body. 

Disconnect brake hose (2) from brake line (1).

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Detach brake hose from brake line (3) and remove brake hose (2).

Installation note: 

Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Use torque wrench (Hazet 6282-1CT with reversible ratchet head).

Tighten brake line using torque wrench (1) and special tool 34 3 170.

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