34 32 881 Replacing front left or right brake hose

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove WHEEL .
Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .

After completing repair work: BLEED BRAKING 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.

Fig 1: Pressing Brake Pedal

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Detach brake hose (1) from brake caliper.

If necessary, grip at knurling (2).

Installation note:

Tightening torque 34 32 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Screw And Knurling

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Release retaining screw (1). If necessary, grip at square head.

Installation note:

Position guides (3) correctly in holder (4).

Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Guides In Holder And Retaining Screw

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Release brake hose from holders (1).

Unscrew holder (2).

IMPORTANT: Observe assembly sequence:

Fasten brake hose in holders (1).
Move wheels into straight-ahead position.
Fasten brake hose at pipe/brake hose connection.
Fasten brake hose at brake caliper.

Fig 4: Fastening Brake Hose In Holders
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Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.