34 11 220 Removing and installing/replacing both front brake disks

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove front brake pads. Refer to 34 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BRAKE LININGS ON BOTH FRONT DISK BRAKES .

IMPORTANT: If the thickness of the brake disks drops below the minimum brake disk thickness (MIN TH), then the brake disks must be replaced. Refer to BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 . Brake discs must only be replaced in pairs (per axle). Fit new brake discs only together with new brake pads.

Release screws (1) and remove brake carrier.

Installation:

Tightening torque, (110 N.m.).

NOTE: Brake hose remains connected.

Fig 1: Locating Brake Carrier Retaining Screws

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IMPORTANT: When removing the brake disc: On no account strike the friction ring with a hammer or similar object! If necessary, carefully tap with a rubber hammer against the brake disc nave.

Release screw (1) and remove brake disk.

Installation:

Replace screw (1).

Clean contract face of wheel hub thoroughly and remove any traces of rust if necessary.

Irregularities in the contact surface can cause distortion in the brake disc!

Tightening torque, (27 N.m.).

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Disk Retaining Screw

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