34 41 220 Removing and installing/replacing all parking brake shoes

Special tools required: 

• 32 1 030
• 34 4 000
• 00 9 317

Necessary preliminary work: 

• REMOVE  rear brake disk.

If applicable unclip the gaiter (1) with special tool 00 9 317 at top.

Installation note: 

First insert the gaiter (1) on the bottom and then clip in on the top.

Fig 1: Locating Parking Lever Gaiter

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Lock adjustment unit (ASZE).

Actuate parking brake lever. Connect special tool 32 1 030. Press limit position (1) of adjusting spring back to such an extent that retaining hook (2) engages in limit position (1).

Installation note: 

Unlock adjustment unit (ASZE).

Lever out restraining hook (2) with a suitable screwdriver.

Restraining hook (2) must detach from limit position (1) of adjusting spring.

Fig 2: Connecting Special Tool (32 1 030)

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation note: 

Return spring (1) must not be overelongated.

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

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

Apply a thin coat of grease to bush and screw threads. See BRAKES - OPERATING FLUIDS .

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Return Spring And Adjusting Screw

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Disconnect return spring (1) with brake spring pliers.

Installation note: 

Return spring (1) must not be overelongated.

Check and if necessary replace return spring (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Return Spring

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Twist roll pins (1) 90° with special tool 34 4 000 and detach.

Remove brake pads (2).

Fig 5: Removing Brake Pads

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After installation: 

• Adjusting PARKING BRAKE