Brake Pads, Rear Brake - BMW R 1150 RT Repair Manual

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Attention:
Integral brakes, the front brake must be ready for
use.
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Remove keeper (arrow) from retaining pin.
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Drive the retaining pin out towards the wheel
side.
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Remove brake caliper.
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Remove brake pads.
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Attention:
Integral ABS: Press the piston just far enough back
into the brake caliper to permit insertion of the brake
disc.
Make sure that the fluid level in the wheel-circuit res-
ervoir does not rise above "max".
Risk of fluid escaping.
If fluid escapes, proceed in accordance with "In-
structions for filling reservoir".
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Force back the pistons.
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Check that spring is correctly positioned and se-
cure.
– Engraved arrow (arrow) points in direction of
travel.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure.
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Check operation of the brake system with the ig-
nition switched on.
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Tightening torque:
Brake caliper to rear wheel drive .................. 40 Nm
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