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34 21 745

Removing and installing/replacing left or right
rear brake caliper

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove wheel

Read and comply with General Information.

After completing work: Bleed braking system

Press clutch pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.

Note:

The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are
reconnected.

This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank
and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.

Detach retaining clip (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Retaining clip must be felt and heard to snap into place.

Important!

Grip brake hose at square head (3) to prevent connecting
piece from turning in retaining bracket.

Disconnect brake hose from brake line (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque  34 32 1AZ

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RA  Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear brake caliper

BMW AG - TIS

06.02.2013  19:41

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

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