34 32 861 Replacing all brake pipes

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Special tools required:

NOTE: The brake lines are only supplied in the straight version and correct length with connecting nipple.
Read and comply with General Information. See 34 00... General Information and 34 00... General information on braking in new brake discs/brake pads .
After completing work, bleed brake system. See Bleeding brake system with DSC.
Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle. See 00...... LIFTING VEHICLE WITH A LIFTING PLATFORM .

New brake lines are bent into shape with bending tool 34 5 100.

Removed brake pipes can be used as templates for bending.

IMPORTANT:

Protective coating of brake line must not be damaged during bending.
Do not kink or bend back brake lines.
Watch distances to rigid and movable vehicle parts. Brake lines may not make contact or rub.
Tighten down brake line couplings with torque wrench.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (34 5 100)
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation:

Tightening torque. See 34 32 1AZ .