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34 21 320 Removing and installing or replacing both rear brake discs

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Special tools required: 

See BRAKES - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

After completing work:

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

NOTE: If the brake discs are replaced, you must also fit new brake pads.
Always replace brake discs in pairs.
Fig 1: Checking Minimum Brake Disc Thickness
G04726574Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: New brake pads may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than or equal to the minimum brake disc thickness  (MIN TH) (not incl. M vehicles).
In the case of M vehicles and perforated brake discs, new brake pads may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than the minimum brake disc thickness  (MIN TH).
See BRAKES - TECHNICAL DATA .

Release screws (1). Detach brake caliper mounting bracket.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 34 21 2AZ  . See 34 21 REAR BRAKE .

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket Screws
G06211794Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: To release brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar!
If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.
Clean contact surface of brake disc at wheel hub thoroughly and remove traces of corrosion.
Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disc!

Release screw (1) and remove brake disc (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Disc Screw
G04726598Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Replace screw.

Tightening torque 34 21 1AZ  . See 34 21 REAR BRAKE .