Flush and vent the rear axle brake circuit
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
For additional information see: "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
Use only BMW-approved brake fluids.
For additional information see: "Fluid Capacities" tab for the selected vehicle.
Preliminary work
- Refer to CONNECTING THE BLEEDER UNIT FOR THE BRAKE FLUID .
- Refer to DISTINGUISHING THE CALIPERS FROM DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS .
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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 TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Rear bleed valve | ||
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 10 Nm |
- Carry out the same procedure on the rear left wheel brake.