Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair

34 41 120 Removing and installing / replacing both Handbrake Bowden cables






Necessary preliminary work:
- Completely remove centre console.
- Release heat shield over exhaust system and shift in position
After completing repair work, adjust parking brake






Release adjusting fixture (1) for parking brake Bowden cable.






Detach both parking brake Bowden cables (1) from balance arm (2).






Compress circlip (1) with suitable pliers.

Push parking brake Bowden cable towards rear.

Installation note:
Ensure that circlips are locked correctly.






Release cables from clips (1) on fuel tank.
Release screws (2) and remove holder from wishbone at top.






Detach retaining clip (1) in direction of arrow.

Disengage parking brake Bowden cable (2) from operating lever (3) at brake caliper.

Feed out parking brake Bowden cable (2) downwards.