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34 21 320 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Both Rear Brake Discs (S85)

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

After completing work:

IMPORTANT: If the thickness of the brake discs drops below the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH), then the brake discs must be replaced.
Always replace brake discs in pairs.
If the brake discs are replaced, you must also fit new brake pads.
The brake discs of M models are tied to the direction of travel:
The uneven part number denotes the left brake disc, the even part number the right brake disc!

Release screws (1), remove brake caliper and tie up.

NOTE: Brake hose remains connected.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 34 21 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Caliper Screws
G04749404Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1) and remove brake disc (2).

IMPORTANT: To release brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar! If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.

Installation: 

Make sure contact surfaces between wheel hub and brake disc are absolutely clean.

Replace screws.

Tighten to specified torque 34 21 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Disc And Screws
G04742649Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.