34 41 120 Removing and installing/replacing both handbrake Bowden cables

Necessary preliminary work:

After completing repair work, ADJUST PARKING BRAKE

Release adjusting fixture (1) for parking brake Bowden cable.

Fig 1: Identifying Self-Locking Nut

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Detach both parking brake Bowden cables (1) from balance arm (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Parking Brake Bowden Cables And Balance Arm

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Compress circlip (1) with suitable pliers.

Push parking brake Bowden cable towards rear.

Installation note:

Ensure that circlips are locked correctly.

Fig 3: Identifying Circlips And Bowden Cables

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Release cables from clips (1) on fuel tank.

Release screws (2) and remove holder from wishbone at top.

Fig 4: Identifying Clips And Screws

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Detach retaining clip (1) in direction of arrow.

Disengage parking brake Bowden cable (2) from operating lever (3) at brake caliper.

Feed out parking brake Bowden cable (2) downwards.

Fig 5: Disengaging Parking Brake Bowden Cable From Actuating Lever At Brake Caliper

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