34 11 220 Removing and installing/replacing both front brake discs

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Special tools required:

34 1 280

IMPORTANT:

Brake discs must only be replaced in pairs (per axle).

Fit new brake discs only together with new brake pads.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BRAKE PADS .

Removal:

Release screws (1).

Remove caliper carrier (2) in direction of arrow and tie up.

Fig 1: Removing Caliper Carrier

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IMPORTANT: When removing the brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar! If necessary, carefully tap with a rubber mallet against the brake disc chamber.

Release screw (1) and remove brake disc (2).

Fig 2: Locating Brake Disc Screw

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Installation:

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

Position special tool 34 1 280 at three measuring points in area (1) and measure.
Compare measuring result and lowest value with SETPOINT VALUE .

Fig 3: Checking Minimum Brake Disc Thickness

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IMPORTANT:

New brake pads may only be fitted if the brake disk thickness is greater than the MINIMUM BRAKE DISC THICKNESS (MIN TH) .

Clean contact surface of wheel hub thoroughly and remove any traces of rust if necessary.

Irregularities in the contact surface can cause distortion in the brake disc!

Install brake disc (2).

Insert screw (1) and tighten.

Tightening torque 34 11 1AZ .

Replace screw (1).

Fig 4: Locating Brake Disc Screw

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Parts: Screw

Install caliper carrier (1).

Insert screws (2) and tighten.

Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ .

Fig 5: Installing Caliper Carrier

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Required follow-up work:

After completing repair work, read and comply with notes on BREAKING IN NEW BRAKE DISCS/BRAKE PADS .