Rear

Rear brake caliper, reconditioning
To dismantle





1. Remove the brake caliper.
2. Remove the brake pads.
3. Clean the hydraulic body.





4. Remove the dust caps.
5. Press out the brake piston with compressed air through the hose connection. Use 89 96 712 Removal tool, rear brake piston.
6. Remove the piston ring.
7. Check for damage due to wear.


To assemble





1. Smear the piston sealing rings with the grease supplied in the kit. Also grease the dust cap.
2. Fit the piston rings in the cylinder barrel.
3. Fit the pistons in the cylinders and press the dust caps in place.

Important: It is important that the pistons are positioned correctly in the caliper. Check the position by taking a control measurement. The measurement should be 29 mm (1.14 in). Use inspection gauge 89 95 342, template, brake piston.

4. Fit the brake pads.
5. Fit the brake caliper.