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34 21 320 Removing and installing or replacing both rear brake discs

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Necessary preliminary tasks 

After completing work:

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

New brake pads may only be fitted if the brake disc thickness is greater  than the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH).

If the brake discs are replaced, you must also fit new brake pads.

Always replace brake discs in pairs.

Fig 1: Checking Minimum Brake Disc Thickness Using Special Tool (34 1 280)
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Release bolts (1) and detach brake anchor plate.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 34 21 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Anchor Plate Bolts
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IMPORTANT: To release brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar!
If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.
Clean contact surface of brake disc at wheel hub thoroughly and remove traces of corrosion.
Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disc!
IMPORTANT: Brake discs must not be mixed up (directional ventilation).
Release screws (1) and remove brake disc.
Installation: 
Replace screw.
Tightening torque 34 21 1AZ .
Fig 3: Identifying Brake Disc Screws
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