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5 Series Beamer

Diary of a Second Hand 15 year old Beamer (Maintenance - Battery Drain included...,
BMW E39 520i year 2000 Engine 1995cc)
M Series.

 

fig. Boot - Rear Fuse Cluster

Emergency or Parking Brake - (Rear Hand Brake Shoes & Rotor Pads).

fig. Source - Rear Brake Caliper Brake Pads

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DO check the brake fluid levels on completion of task

fig: Source - Rear Parking Brake Shoes Layout

Note: On E39's, the adjusters are usually situated at around 5 and 11-12 O' Clock positions within the drum (UK)
Some assemblies can be found in reverse (USA)ie. adjusters on the top 12-1 and 6 o'clock positions, based on model, year and country.

Brake adjuster

fig: Source - To return brake piston, use a 'G' or 'C' Clamp, loosen the bleed nipple to allow air/fluid to escape, tighten up nipple before releasing clamp, this will prevent air getting back into the system.
This task can be done with piston attached to the vehicle.

fig: Source - Piston, also check rubber, if damaged replace or rebuild caliper - note: dirt or grit can cause brake to fail or lock

Workshop/Diary- Handbrake

fig:Source - Rear Brake Rotor  Pads