Remove front brake hose
WARNING:
Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
- For additional information see: RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
For additional information see: "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
For additional information see: "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Preliminary work
- Refer to INSTALLING BRAKE PEDAL TENSIONER .
- Refer to REMOVING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL .
- Detach the brake hose (1) from the brake caliper and provide counter support at the knurling (2) as needed.
- Detach the brake hose from the holder (3).
- Detach the brake hose from the holder (1).
- Unscrew the union screw (2) and use the square shaft (3) for counter support as needed.