Disc Brake System: Description and Operation

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Modified wear limit for brake disc / brake pad replacement (BMW/MINI)

Situation:
The wear limit of the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH) is modified analogue to the M-vehicles from 'greater than or equal to' (≥) to 'greater than' (>).

Affected vehicles: all BMW and MINI starting model year 2009

Procedure:
The exact procedure for brake pad replacement is to be taken from the revised repair instructions.


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Instruction for replacement brake pads/ brake discs (BMW/MINI)

Situation:
The following procedures must absolutely be followed for professional and proper repairs.

Affected vehicles: BMW and MINI

Procedure:
The following components are additionally absolutely required for a replacement of the brake pads:
^ Brake pad sensor
^ Brake block paste
For vehicles older than 48 months the following additional replacement is recommended:
^ Spring retainer
The following components are additionally absolutely required for a replacement of the brake discs:
^ Brake pads
^ Brake pad sensor
^ Brake block paste
For vehicles older than 48 months the following additional replacement is recommended:
^ Spring retainer
The exact procedure should be taken from the vehicle-specific repair instructions.
The Electronic Parts Catalogue is supplemented with the additional instructions.