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General information on breaking in new brake discs/brake pads (X5 M)

IMPORTANT: After completing work: 
  • PERFORM FUNCTION CHECK  on brake test stand, to make sure that the brake system complies with the legal regulations.
  • Carry out test braking while driving at low speed; the effectiveness of the brakes may be reduced during the initial braking operations.
  • Excessive forced and continuous braking may not be used for faster bedding in of the brakes.
  • Advise the customer not to perform any wilful drastic braking in the first 200 km after brake replacement.
  • Attach mirror tag to inside mirror.