Removing Front PCCB Brake Disc

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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 line must not be left exposed! Worn insulation will result in malfunctions.
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!

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For easier access, turn the steering fully to the left or right!

Release and disconnect electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator -1- (-arrow A- ).

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Disconnecting electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator
Unscrew screws -4- and loosen brake line holder -5- from the wheel carrier.

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Loosening brake line holder
NOTE:
Removal of brake calliper
- Paint defects on brake calliper
  → Proceed with care when setting back the brake pads.
  
  → Protect the paintwork on the brake calliper from damage using a suitable cloth.
Carefully set the front disc brake pads back slightly and evenly.
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- Do not use an impact bolter.
Unscrew screws -arrows- and loosen the brake calliper from the wheel bearing housing.

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Loosening brake calliper

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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 line must not be left exposed! Worn insulation will result in malfunctions.
- 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!
Hang the brake calliper at a suitable position in the wheel housing.
Unscrew screws -arrows- and remove front PCCB brake disc.

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Removing front PCCB brake disc