Flush hydraulic unit
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids; see "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids; see "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Paint damage.
Mechanical or chemical action may lead to paint damage.
Paint damage.
Mechanical or chemical action may lead to paint damage.
- Cover up working area with specified covering material only.
- Connect the bleeder unit (1) to the brake fluid reservoir and turn on.
Observe the operating instructions of the corresponding equipment manufacturer.
- Do not exceed the tire pressure of 2 bar.
- Work through the instructions in the service function in sequence.
- Connect the vent hose with the collecting vessel to the bleed valve (1) on rear right brake caliper.
- Open bleed valve (1).
- The brake fluid flows out until the hydraulic unit is flushed with new brake fluid.
Flush until the new brake fluid in the collecting vessel is noticeable.
- Close bleed valve.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Rear bleed valve | ||
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 10 Nm |