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Removing and installing/replacing left or right
front brake caliper

Remove wheels.

Note:

After completing tasks, bleed brake system.

Apply pedal prop and depress brake pedal slightly. This prevents
brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from
entering the brake system after the brake lines have been
detached.

Disconnect brake pipe from connection with brake hose.

Left:

Remove connector for wear indicator.

Installation:

Tighten brake hose on brake caliper.

Tightening torque, 34 32 1AZ .

Set steering to straight-ahead setting.

Screw brake hose to brake line, ensuring that brake hose is
not twisted.

Tightening torque, 34 32 1AZ .

Unscrew bolts (1) and remove brake caliper.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ.

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

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19.01.2013  13:21

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

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