Parking Brake Breaking In Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 BMW Z4 and 2003 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Break-in procedure is applicable in case of insufficient braking effect or after replacing brake discs and/or brake shoes.
- Using brake analyzer, apply parking brake lever until wheel circumferential force on first wheel is 590 lbs. (800 N).
- Lock lever in next lower tooth. Release parking brake after 2 minutes.