How to remove and refit the wheel cylinder on BMW 2002?

Jack up the rear of the car and remove the road wheel and the brake drum. Turn the shoe adjusters to their maximum adjustment position. To minimize loss of hydraulic fluid, place a piece of plastic sheeting under the fluid reservoir cap and screw the cap on tightly. Disconnect the fluid inlet pipe from the wheel cylinder, then unscrew the bleed screw and the cylinder securing bolts. Prise the upper ends of the brake shoes slightly apart and withdraw the wheel cylinder. Refitting is a reversal of removal, but adjust the shoes and after removing the plastic sheeting, bleed the hydraulic system.

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BMW 2002 Wheel Brake Cylinder
Part Number: 34211101760
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- 1968-1976 BMW 2002

BMW 2002 Wheel Cylinder

A BMW 2002 requires its Wheel Cylinder to work because this component applies force on brake shoes against the drum structure which enables the braking procedure. A central cylinder makes up the BMW Wheel Cylinder along with two pistons which each contain rubber seals that activate when brake pressure occurs. The mechanism utilizes two single pistons in older models to pressure the brake shoes and today many are constructed from aluminum which prevents rusting in comparison to iron versions. The lifespan of 2002 Wheel Cylinder leads to the development of leaks that reduces braking performance. Maintenance personnel need to perform regular inspections since brake brake shoe replacement replacement and servicing times specifically for detecting fluid leaks as well as corrosion. Regular replacement usually happens but rebuilding becomes viable when damage is light since kits contain both new seals and springs. Proper maintenance brings about effective BMW 2002 Wheel Cylinder performance that allows optimally functioning brakes.

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Wheel Brake Cylinder
34211101760
Q: How to remove and refit the wheel cylinder on BMW 2002?
A:
Jack up the rear of the car and remove the road wheel and the Brake Drum. Turn the shoe adjusters to their maximum adjustment position. To minimize loss of hydraulic fluid, place a piece of plastic sheeting under the fluid reservoir cap and screw the cap on tightly. Disconnect the fluid inlet pipe from the wheel cylinder, then unscrew the bleed screw and the cylinder securing bolts. Prise the upper ends of the brake shoes slightly apart and withdraw the wheel cylinder. Refitting is a reversal of removal, but adjust the shoes and after removing the plastic sheeting, bleed the hydraulic system.