BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing/replacing vent valve for brake caliper
Necessary preliminary work:
- Raise vehicle.
Removal: Press brake 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.
Remove dust cap (1).
Remove vent valve (1).
IMPORTANT: Collect escaping brake fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.
Installation:
IMPORTANT: The bore hole must be free of contamination!
Mount dust cap (1).
Remove pedal support.
Required follow-up work:
- Bleed brake system.
Removing and installing/renewing a brake anchor plate/brake guard plate at
rear
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove wheel bearing.
Unscrew bolts (1) and remove brake guard plate (2).
Installation note:
Replace screws.
Re ...
Replacing rear left or right dust boot on brake caliper
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear BRAKE PADS.
NOTE: Dust boot can be replaced without dismantling the brake caliper and without
rem ...
Other materials:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Wheel wells: Stripping operations - replacing front left wheel arch
NOTE:
Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the
components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
Disconnect negative battery cable
Remove bumper trim
Remove front underbody protecti ...
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