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34 11 667 Precision-turning both front brake discs on both sides

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IMPORTANT: Always precision-turn both sides of both brake discs on one axle.
Observe Max. machining dimension per friction ring side Minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH)  . See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .
Brake discs of M models (Compound brake discs) must not be machined!
Only one brake pad set may be used up on brake discs which have been lathe-turned to minimum thickness (MIN TH)  . See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .

Stationary brake disc lathe: 

IMPORTANT: Only BMW-approved brake disc lathes  may be used!

In the case of stationary brake disc lathes, the brake disc must be removed  .

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Disc Lathe
G06176044Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Mobile brake disc lathe: 

IMPORTANT: Only BMW-approved brake disc lathes  may be used!

In the case of mobile brake disc lathes, the brake caliper and the brake anchor plate must be removed.

The brake discs remain on the car.

Fig 2: Identifying Mobile Brake Disc Lathe
G06176045Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After fine-grinding the brake discs, measure the thickness difference  inside the braking surfaces at 8 points with an external micrometer. See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .

Fig 3: Checking Brake Surfaces Thickness
G06176010Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.