34 41 140 Removing and installing or replacing guide tube for handbrake cables
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Necessary preliminary tasks
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
- Remove AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT
- Remove PROPELLER SHAFT
Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).
Actuate parking brake lever. Position special tool 32 1 030 LEVER . 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.
Press retainer (1) in balance arm (2) forward in direction of arrow.
Detach handbrake Bowden cables (3) from balance arm (2).
Pull handbrake cables out of guide tube.
Release screws (1).
Release screws (2) and feed out guide tube (3) towards bottom.
Installation:
Replace seal.
Tightening torque 34 41 4AZ .
After installation
- Adjusting PARKING BRAKE