34 11 000 Removing and installing/replacing front brake pads on both disc brakes (2 piston caliper) (X6 2015-2019)

Special tools required:

34 1 050
34 1 280
2 352 960

CAUTION:

Brake pad wear sensor: After removal it must be replaced (brake pad wear sensor loses its retention capability in the break pad).
Retaining pin and expanding spring: for vehicles older than 48 months it is recommended to replace the retaining spring!

So as not to damage the surface coating, if possible do not mechanically clean the guide surfaces for the brake pads on the brake caliper mounting bracket. Clean with brake cleaner (BMW part number 83 19 2 154 780). Thinly coat with brake pad paste (BMW part number 83 19 2 158 851 3 gr. or 83 19 2 158 852 100 gr.).

Spread brake pad paste onto the marked surfaces using a brush!

Observe REGULATION ON APPLYING BRAKE PAD PASTE TO BRAKE PADS AND BRAKE ANCHOR PLATES !

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove FRONT WHEELS .
Remove BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR .

Lever out retaining spring (1) in direction of arrow towards rear.

Installation note:

Attach retaining spring first at top and bottom on brake caliper and then allow to engage in recesses of brake caliper housing.

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Remove plastic plugs (1).

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Unscrew guide bolts (1). Withdraw brake caliper backwards.

CAUTION: Guide bolts (1) are hexagon socket screws (width across flats 9)!
Tie brake caliper back and do not allow to hang from brake hose.

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Installation note:

Only clean guide bolts; do not grease.

Check threads.

Replace all guide screws which are not in perfect condition.

Tightening torque 34 11 4AZ .

Press back brake pads and piston with special tool 2 352 960.

CAUTION: When forcing piston back:

Pay attention to brake fluid level in expansion tank; brake fluid that spills over will damage paintwork.

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CAUTION: Mark any worn brake pads.
In the event of one-sided brake pad wear, do not change brake pads round.
Observe minimum thickness of brake pads.
Do not apply grease to brake lining backplate.

Remove outer brake pad (1) in direction of arrow.

Force inner brake pad (2) in direction of arrow off piston and remove.

NOTE: The inner brake pad is seated with springs in the piston or in the brake caliper housing.

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Clean brake pads.

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

Position special tool 34 1 280 at three measuring points in area (1) and measure.
Compare measuring result and lowest value with setpoint value.

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CAUTION: New brake pads may only be installed if the brake disk thickness is greater than the minimum brake disc thickness.

CAUTION: If new brake pads are mounted on a brake disc, the following must be observed:

Bevel edges in the area (1) slightly (dimension A must not exceed maximum 1 mm).

These procedures applies for all the following described brake systems.

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CAUTION: Dust boot must not come into contact with brake pad paste as this may cause the dust boot to swell.

Check dust boot (1) for damage and replace if necessary.

Clean contact surface (2) of brake piston with brake cleaner and apply a thin coating of brake pad paste.

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Clean contact surface (1) and brake caliper with brake cleaner and apply a thin coating of brake pad paste.

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Clean contact surfaces (1) of T-heads/brake caliper housing with brake cleaner and apply a thin coating of brake pad paste.

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So as not to damage the surface coating, if possible do not mechanically clean the guide surfaces (1 and 2) for the brake pads on the brake caliper mounting bracket. Clean guide surfaces (1 and 2) with brake cleaner and apply a thin coating of brake pad paste.

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Lightly coat the T-head of the inner brake pad with brake pad paste in area (1 and 2).

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Lightly coat the T-head of the outer brake pad with brake pad paste in area (1 and 2).

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NOTE: After completing work:

Fully depress brake pedal several times so that brake pads contact brake discs.
When new brake pads are installed at front and rear axles, the brake fluid level must be brought up to the maximum mark.
Read and comply with notes on BRAKING IN NEW BRAKE DISCS/BRAKE PADS .
When exchanging brake pads, reset CBS display in accordance with factory specification.