34 21 947 Precision-Turning Both Rear 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 See 34 21 REAR BRAKE/DISK BRAKE E65

Minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH) See 34 21 REAR BRAKE/DISK BRAKE E65

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 34 21 REAR BRAKE/DISK BRAKE E65

Stationary brake disc lathe:

In the case of stationary brake disc lathes, the brake disc must be removed . See 34 21 320 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS

Please refer to the lathe manufacturer's instruction manual for the exact procedure.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Stationary Brake Disc Lathe

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Mobile brake disc lathe:

In the case of mobile brake disc lathes, only the brake caliper has must be removed . See 34 21 745 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER

The brake discs remain on the car.

Please refer to the lathe manufacturer's instruction manual for the exact procedure.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Mobile Brake Disc Lathe

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After fine-grinding the brake discs, measure the thickness difference inside the braking surfaces at 8 points with an external micrometer. See 34 21 REAR BRAKE/DISK BRAKE E65

Fig 3: Measuring Brake Discs Thickness

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