34 21 171 Removing and installing / replacing a brake carrier / brake guard at rear
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 BMW 550i, 2006 BMW 550i, 2005 BMW 545i, and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove expander lock. Refer to 34 41 250 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING EXPANDER LOCK FOR HANDBRAKE SHOES .
- Remove wheel hub. Refer to WHEEL BEARING .
Release screws (1) and remove brake carrier (2).
Installation:
Tightening torque, refer to 34 21 6AZ in BRAKES - TIGHTENING TORQUES - E60 .