5 Series E39 540i (M62) TOUR
Warning!
Danger of injury!
In the following work step, large forces occur at the brake
caliper piston (up to more than
2800 N).
Carefully force piston out through connection bore with
compressed air.
To protect piston, place a protective plate (e.g. hard wood or hard
felt) in caliper recess.
Do not grip piston with fingers - risk of trapping!
Check guide sleeves (5), fitting repair-kit guide sleeve if
necessary.
Remove sealing ring carefully with a plastic needle.
Clean cylinder bores and parts with alcohol and dry with
compressed air.
Thoroughly inspect cylinder bore, piston and flange surfaces.
Machining of cylinders and pistons is not permitted.
RA Overhauling left or right front-brake caliper (brake caliper removed)
BMW AG - TIS
20.02.2013 18:37
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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