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How do you replace BMW brake pads?
My brakes have been making a lot of noise. I figure that I probably need new ones. I have some experience working on cars, so I don’t want to pay to have them serviced unless the process is super difficult. How do you install new brake pads on a BMW?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It can be a little complicated to replace
BMW
brake pads, so don’t hesitate to ask a professional for help if you need to. But if you are up to the challenge, you can install new brake pads by following these steps:- First, loosen the lug nuts on your tires.
- Using a flathead screwdriver, pry off the brake pad sensor.
- With the screwdriver or a pry bar, remove the anti-rattle clip.
- Then, loosen and remove the two bolts located at the end of the brake caliper with a 7-mm Allen wrench.
- Once you’ve done this, you should be able to remove the brake caliper. If you need to, you can use a flathead screwdriver to help you pry it out.
- Using a C-clamp, push the caliper piston back into the caliper.
- Now you can remove the old brake pads and attach the new ones to your caliper.
- Finally, reinstall your caliper and reattach your tire.
- Lower your car back to the ground, then tighten the lug nuts on your tires as much as you can.
- Make sure to test your brakes before you drive your car to check that they are working properly!
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