Remove rear brake pads

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NOTE: Only perform the operation on the right side.

Unlock and open the lid (1) .
Unlock and disconnect the plug connection (2) for the brake pad wear sensor.
Release the cable from (3) holder.

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

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Release screws (1) . Counter support at the hexagon head (2) while doing so.
Remove brake caliper (3) .
Do not hang the brake caliper (3) from the brake hose.

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

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Tie up the brake caliper (1) with the special tool 2 413 317 .

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Variant with design clip:
Lift the retaining tab (1) with a screwdriver (2) and remove the design clip in the arrow direction.

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Remove the brake pads (1) in the arrow direction from the brake anchor plate.
Mark any worn brake pads.

The brake pads must not be interchanged in case of a one-sided brake lining backplate wear.

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