34 32 980 Replacing rear left or right brake hoses

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NOTE: Read and comply with General Information.
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle. See 00...... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM .
After completing tasks, bleed brake system with DSC.

Press clutch pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.

NOTE: The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are reconnected.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.

Fig 1: Locating Pedal Support

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IMPORTANT: Grip brake hose at square head (2) so that connecting piece cannot rotate in retaining bracket.

Disconnect brake hose from brake line (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ. See 34 32 BRAKE LINES .

Detach brake hose from brake caliper (3).

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 32 5AZ. See 34 32 BRAKE LINES .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Caliper, Brake Hose And Brake Line

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