Install front brake pads (17-inch low brake)

• Observe direction of rotation of brake pads. 

  The arrow (1) must always point upward in the direction of the vent valve.

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• Remove the protective film of the adhesive layer (1) at the brake pads.

  The adhesive layer (1) must not be touched.

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• First place the brake pads (1) completely on the hammerhead guides (2).
• Press the brake pads (1) into the brake caliper in the arrow direction.

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• Check fit of slide plate (1) and correct if necessary.

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• Remove the special tool (cable tie) 2 413 317. 
• Install the brake caliper (1) in the arrow direction.
• Replace screws.

  Parts:  Screws

• Tighten down screws (2).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATIONS
  
  

  Brake caliper/brake anchor plate at front swivel bearing
  M12 Replace screw.	Tightening torque	130 Nm

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• Replace the carriage spring.

  Parts:  Carriage spring

  The carriage spring must be replaced after each disassembly.

• Insert the carriage spring in the arrow direction (from the center of vehicle to the vehicle exterior).

  The carriage spring must snap into the lock (1).

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• Check that the carriage spring (1) locks correctly in the lock.

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
• Refer to COMMISSIONING/BEDDING IN (BRAKE) NEW BRAKE PADS AND BRAKE DISCS .