Installing the rear left and right brake pad

Installing rear brake pads 

• Check the position of the sliding plate (1) and correct if necessary.

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• Install the brake pad (1) in arrow direction.

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• Variant with design clip: 
• Replace the design clip (1).

  Parts:  Design clip

• Attach the design clip (1) and engage it in arrow direction with a screwdriver (2).
• Ensure that the retaining tab (3) is engaged correctly.

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• Release the special tool 2 413 317 .

  Do not hang the brake caliper (1) from the brake hose.

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  NOTE: Only perform the operation on the right side.
• Thread the cable (1) for the brake pad wear sensor in arrow direction through the brake caliper (2).

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• Position the brake caliper (3).
• Replace screws (1).

  Parts:  Screws

• Tighten the screws (1). Counter support at the hexagon head (2) while doing so.

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  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
  
  

  Guide bolt (brake caliper on brake anchor plate)
  M8	Tightening torque	35 Nm

  NOTE: Only perform the operation on the right side.
• Fasten the cable (1) for the brake pad wear sensor to the holders (2).

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  NOTE: Only perform the operation on the right side.
• Attach the cable on the holder (3).
• Connect the connector (2) to the brake pad wear sensor and lock it.
• Close and lock the lid (1).

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