5 Series E60 525xd (M57T2) SAL
Remove plastic plugs (1).
Left:
Pull brake lining wear sensor (1) towards rear out of lining.
Release guide screws (2) with special tool 34 1 080 . Withdraw
brake caliper backwards.
Installation:
Only clean guide screws; do not grease.
Check threads.
Replace all guide screws which are not in perfect condition.
Tightening torque 34 11 3AZ
.
Press back brake linings and piston with special tool 34 6 320 .
Important!
When forcing piston back:
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Pay attention to brake fluid level in expansion tank; brake
fluid that spills over will damage paintwork.
Press brake linings inwards and remove.
The two brake linings are seated with a spring in the piston or in
the brake caliper housing and must not be mixed up.
Important!
Mark any worn brake pads.
In the event of one-sided brake lining wear, do not change brake
linings round.
Observe minimum thickness of brake linings.
Clean brake pads.
Do not apply grease to brake pad backplate.
RA Removing and installing/replacing brake linings on both front disc brakes
BMW AG - TIS
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