Removing Spreader Device (EPB)

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The spreader device (actuator) is located on the rear-axle wheel bearing housing instead of the mechanical spreader device with the parking-brake cable.

1. Actuator
2. Tie-wrap - prevents twisting
   Fig 1: Identifying EPB Actuator

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1. Release electric plug connection -2-  at the actuator -1-  (-a-  ) and pull it off -A-  .
   Fig 2: Removing Plug Connection For Actuator

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2. Unclip wire harness -4-  from the retaining clip -3-  .
3. If the actuator -1-  has to be reused, secure it in the brake shoe mountings with a tie-wrap -2-  to prevent it from twisting!
   Fig 3: Securing Actuator To Prevent From Twisting

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4. Remove the fastening screws on the actuator -arrows-  .
   Fig 4: Locating Actuator Fastening Screws

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5. Loosen fastening screws -1-  on the brake cover plate.
   Fig 5: Identifying Brake Cover Plate Screws

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6. Turn the brake cover plate so that the actuator can be removed -arrow-  .
   Fig 6: Removing Actuator

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