34 11 519 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Front Brake Caliper

34 11 519 Removing and installing/replacing left or right front brake caliper





Important!
The brake pad wear sensor must be replaced once it has been removed (brake pad wear sensor loses its retention capability in the brake pad).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove wheel
^ Remove brake pad wear sensor
^ 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 retainer (1) from bracket on spring strut in upward direction.

Installation:
Retainer (1) must be felt and heard to snap into place.

Ensure correct seating in guide.





Important!
Grip brake hose at square head (2) so that connecting piece can not rotate in retaining bracket.

Disconnect brake hose from brake line (1).

Installation:
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ.





Detach brake hose from brake caliper (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 32 2AZ.





Important!
First tighten brake hose on brake caliper.
Move wheels into straight-ahead position.
Insert brake hose in bracket and screw onto brake pipe.
Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.





Release screws (1).

Installation:
Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ.

Detach brake caliper in direction of arrow from swivel bearing.