34 41 220 Removing and installing/replacing all parking brake pads

Special tools required: 

• 32 1 030
• 34 4 000

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear BRAKE DISC 

Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Actuate parking brake lever. Screw in special tool 32 1 030  partially. Press stop (1) of adjusting spring back to such an extent that retaining hook (2) engages in stop (1).

Installation: 

Unlock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Lever out restraining hook (2) with a suitable screwdriver.

Restraining hook (2) must detach from stop (1) of adjusting spring.

Fig 1: Identifying Restraining Hook And Stop

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation: 

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Pay attention to installation position of adjustment screw (2).

Apply a thin coat of grease to bush and screw threads.

Fig 2: Identifying Return Spring And Screw

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation: 

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Return Spring

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Turn clamping pins (1) with special tool 34 4 000  through 90° and disconnect.

Remove brake pads (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Brake Pads And Clamping Pins

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After installation: 

• Adjusting PARKING BRAKE