Releasing the front brake caliper

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Release the brake hose (1) from the holder (2) .
NOTE: Only perform the operation on the left side.
Release the cable (3) for the brake pad wear sensor from the holder (2) .

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
When pressing the brake piston back, note the brake fluid level in the expansion tank.
Overflowing brake fluid will damage the paintwork.
Press the brake piston on the brake pads (1) back with the special tools 2 352 960 .
Push the brake pistons alternately up and down to the stop.

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Release nuts (1) .

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Remove the brake caliper (1) in arrow direction.
Do not hang the brake caliper (1) from the brake hose.

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

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