BMW X5: Removing And Installing / Replacing Master Brake Cylinder For DSC
Special tools required:
- 32 1 27032 1 270 PLUGS (SET)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove expansion tank.
- Read and comply with General Information.
After completing tasks, bleed brake system with DSC.
IMPORTANT: Do not bend brake lines.
Unfasten brake lines (2).
Unclip retaining bar (1) and remove both brake lines from guides.
Installation:
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ.
Close off brake lines and brake master cylinder with plugs 32 1 270.
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Fig. 65: Uncliping Retaining Bar
Release nuts (3) and feed brake master cylinder out of brake booster.
Installation:
Replace self-locking nuts.
Tightening torque 34 31 1AZ.
Installation:
Replace sealing ring.
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Fig. 66: Identifying Sealing Ring
Installation:
When inserting the brake master cylinder (2) into the brake booster (1), make sure the pressure rod of the brake booster and that of the brake master cylinder meet each other on one level.
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Fig. 67: Identifying Brake Master Cylinder And Brake Booster
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Brake Lines
OVERVIEW OF BRAKE LINES
1. Brake hose, front.
2. Brake tubes.
3. Brake hose, rear, to body.
4. Brake hose, rear, to wheel brake cylinder.
REPLACING ALL BRAKE PIPES
Special tools required:
34 5 100
Brake Booster
REPLACING VACUUM HOSE FOR BRAKE BOOSTER (N52K)
IMPORTANT: Before beginning work, fully press the brake pedal several
times to reduce the
vacuum pressure in the brake booster. This makes it easier to
Electrical Components
REPLACING A BRAKE PAD SENSOR (FRONT)
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).
If a brak
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Front Axle + Steering: Wheel/Chassis Alignment Check Must Be Carried
Out After The Following Work
Fig. 3: Identifying Front Axle Components
A wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work:
Release of following screw/bolt connections:
Steering gear to front axle carrier
Lower control arm to front axle carrier
Tie rod end to tie rod
Replacement of followi
Removing And Installing/Replacing Fluid Reservoir For Power Steering
Special tools required:
32 1 260
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the
hydraulic
system.
Seal off hydraulic lines wi
