34 00 010 Checking thickness of brake pad
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 BMW Z4, 2015 BMW Z4, and 2014 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools required:
NOTE:
The thickness of the outer brake pads can be determined without removing the wheels.
If necessary, move car until opening for brake pad wear indicator (brake pad) can be seen through rim styling.
If necessary, move car until opening for brake pad wear indicator (brake pad) can be seen through rim styling.
Insert special tool 34 1 260 through rim into opening for brake pad wear indicator.
Press special tool onto brake pad. Slide ring (1) in direction of arrow up to stop and read off measured value.
NOTE:
(A) Brake disc
(B) Brake pad with backplate
Safe limit for lining wear, front brake.
Safe limit for lining wear, rear brake.
(B) Brake pad with backplate
Safe limit for lining wear, front brake.
Safe limit for lining wear, rear brake.