Necessary preliminary tasks

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Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Actuate parking brake lever. Position special tool 32 1 030 . 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: Adjusting Brake Shoes Using Special Tool (32 1 030)

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Press retainer (1) in balance arm (2) forward in direction of arrow.

Detach handbrake Bowden cables (3) from balance arm (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Retainer In Balance Arm

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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 .

Fig 3: Pulling Handbrake Cables Of Guide Tube

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