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Release guide screws (2) with special tool  34 1 080 .

Installation:

Only clean guide screws; do not grease.

Check threads.

Replace all guide screws which are not in perfect condition.

Tightening torque  34 21 5AZ

.

Lift out retaining spring (3).

Withdraw brake caliper backwards.

Turn piston fully back with special tool 34 1 050 .

Important!

When forcing piston back:

Pay attention to brake fluid level in expansion tank; brake
fluid that spills over will damage paintwork.

Remove outer brake pad.

Inner brake pad is located with its spring in the piston.

Important!

Mark any worn brake pads.

If the brake linings are worn on one side, they must not be mixed
up!

Observe minimum thickness of brake pads.

Clean brake pads.

Do not apply grease to brake pad backplate.

RA  Removing and installing or replacing brake linings on both rear disc brakes

BMW AG - TIS

22.02.2013  21:37

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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