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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1450 (TRAILERS - REPAIR - E90)8610 LOADING PLATFORM8610... ADJUSTING BRAKE SYSTEMINSTALLATION

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans

8610... Adjusting brake system: Installation

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Installation

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The brake shoes are adjusted in two work steps. In the first step, the distance between the lower half of the brake shoes and the brake drum is adjusted. In the second step, the distance between the upper half of the brake shoes and the brake drum is adjusted.

Fig 1: Identifying Tension Spring On Tension Spring Mount

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Rotate road wheel (1) in direction of travel and simultaneously turn adjusting screw (2) in direction of arrow.

Tighten adjusting screw (2) until road wheel (1) can no longer be turned.

Fig 2: Rotating Road Wheel

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Turn adjusting screw (1) in direction of arrow and release slowly until road wheel (2) can rotate.

Finish adjustment procedure when slight grinding noises can be heard in lower brake shoe halves.

Fig 3: Turning Adjusting Screw

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Firmly tighten handbrake lever three to five times.

Fig 4: Identifying Road Wheel Side Nuts

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Depending on road wheel side, tighten nut (1) or (2) until slight grinding noises can be heard in upper brake shoe halves.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.