Flush the rear brake and air bleed (after part exchange)
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Before work is first performed on the DSCi brake (integrated brake), the web-based training "DSCi" should first be successfully completed. To do this, the web-based training "DSCi" must be started in your Learning Management System (TMSi).
Before work is first performed on the DSCi brake (integrated brake), the web-based training "DSCi" should first be successfully completed. To do this, the web-based training "DSCi" must be started in your Learning Management System (TMSi).
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT .
- Refer to CONNECTING THE BLEEDER UNIT FOR THE BRAKE FLUID .
- Refer to DISTINGUISHING THE CALIPERS FROM DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS .
NOTE:
Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.
- Begin with the flushing at the right rear .
- Connect the vent hose with the collecting vessel to the bleed valve (1) on rear right brake caliper.
- Open the bleed valve (1) and purge it until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
- Close bleed valve.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Rear bleed valve | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 10 Nm |
- Carry out the same procedure on the rear left wheel brake.