34 21 745 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear brake caliper
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove wheel
- Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .
After completing work: Bleed braking system
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.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.
Detach retaining clip (1) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Retaining clip must be felt and heard to snap into place.
IMPORTANT:
Grip brake hose at square head (3) to prevent connecting piece from turning in retaining bracket.
Disconnect brake hose from brake line (2).
Installation:
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ . See 34 32 BRAKE LINES .
Detach brake hose from brake caliper (1).
Installation:
Tightening torque 34 32 3AZ . See 34 32 BRAKE LINES .
IMPORTANT:
Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.
NOTE:
First tighten brake hose on brake caliper.
Insert brake hose in bracket and screw onto brake pipe.
Insert brake hose in bracket and screw onto brake pipe.
Remove brake pads .
Release screws (1).
Remove brake anchor plate in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Tightening torque 34 21 2AZ . See 34 21 REAR BRAKE .