34 41 220 Removing and installing/replacing all handbrake shoes

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see BRAKES - SPECIAL TOOLS - 5-SERIES (E60) .

Special Tools Required:

32 1 030
34 4 000

Installation:

Remove rear brake disc. Refer to 34 21 320 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS .

After completing tasks, adjust handbrake. Refer to 34 10 014 ADJUSTING HANDBRAKE .

Lock adjuster unit (ASZE).

Using special tool 32 1 030, press stop (2) of adjusting spring back to such an extent that retaining hook (3) engages in stop (2).

Fig 1: Locating Stop Of Adjusting Spring

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation:

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Figure illustrates right side: left side is mirror image of this.

Pay attention to installation position of adjustment screw (2).

Apply a thin coat of grease to bush and screw threads.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Spring And Adjustment Screw

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation:

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Return Spring

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Turn clamping pins (1) with special tool 34 4 000 through 90° and disconnect.

Remove brake shoes (2).

Fig 4: Removing Clamping Pins

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