34 11 519 Removing and installing/replacing left or right front brake caliper (X6 2015-2019)
Attention!
The brake pad wear sensor must be replaced without fail after disassembly (the brake pad wear sensor loses its adhesive capability in the brake pad).
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove WHEEL .
- Removing the BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR .
- Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .
After completing work: BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM .
Press brake pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.
Detach clamp (1) from holder on spring strut in top direction.
Installation note:
clamp (1) must be felt and heard to snap into place.
Ensure correct fit in guide.
Attention!
Grip brake hose at square head (2) so that connecting piece cannot rotate in retaining bracket.
Disconnect brake hose from brake line (1).
Installation note:
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ .
Detach brake hose from brake caliper (1).
Installation note:
Tightening torque 34 32 2AZ .
Attention!
First tighten brake hose on brake caliper.
Move wheels into straight-ahead position.
Insert brake hose in bracket and screw onto brake pipe.
Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.
Release screws (1).
Installation note:
Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ .
Detach brake caliper in direction of arrow from swivel bearing.