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To fit

  1. Compress the spring with 88 18 791 SPRING COMPRESSOR  and place the spring support in the spring.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-2
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  2. Lift the spring into position. Remove the spring compressor.
  3. Remove the inner brake pad and screw in the brake piston using 89 96 969 RESETTING TOOL  and 89 96 977 ADAPTER  .
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 3-4
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  4. Fit the brake pads.
    NOTE: On older models of brake pads: Make sure the springs on the inner pad are positioned in the groove of the piston.
  5. Fit the hydraulic body.

    Tightening torque 28 Nm (21 lbf ft) 

    Fit the protective covers.

    Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 5-6
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  6. Fit the spring to the brake caliper.
  7. Fit the wheel.
  8. Lower the car to the floor.
  9. Depress the brake pedal several times to press out the self adjustment of the brake pistons and the parking brake.
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