Preliminary Work
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- Do not open the brake system.
- Do not disconnect the brake hose from the brake calliper when loosening the brake calliper.
- The core of the warning contact wire must not be left exposed! Worn insulation will cause a malfunction!
- If necessary, remove a little brake fluid from the reservoir by suction in order to prevent an overflow when the disc brake pads are pushed back!
- Remove rear wheels.
- Release and disconnect electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator -1-
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Electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator
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- Do not use an impact bolter.
- Unscrew screws -arrows-
and loosen the brake calliper from the wheel bearing housing.
Loosening brake calliper
- Place brake calliper on a suitable base (e.g. universal lift). Use a suitable cloth as an intermediate layer to protect paintwork from damage.
When positioning the brake calliper on the base, carefully guide the brake line and brake hose!