BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Precision-turning both rear brake discs on both sides
IMPORTANT: Always precision-turn both sides of both brake discs on one axle.
Maximum machining dimension per friction ring side is 0.8 mm! Observe MINIMUM BRAKE DISC THICKNESS (MIN TH).
Brake discs of M models (Compound brake discs) must not be machined! Only one brake pad set may be used up on brake discs which have been lathe-turned to minimum thickness (MIN TH).
Stationary brake disc lathe:
IMPORTANT: Only BMW-approved brake disc lathes may be used!
In the case of stationary brake disc lathes, the BRAKE DISC must be removed.
Mobile brake disc lathe:
IMPORTANT: Only BMW-approved brake disc lathes may be used!
In the case of mobile brake disc lathes, the brake calipers and brake anchor plates must be removed.
The brake discs remain on the vehicle.
After fine-grinding the brake discs, measure the THICKNESS DIFFERENCE inside the braking surfaces at 8 points with an external caliper gauge.
Guideline for applying brake pad paste on brake pads and brake anchor plate
IMPORTANT:
So as not to damage the surface coating, if possible do not mechanically clean the guide
surfaces for the brake pads on the brake ca ...
Removing and installing or replacing both rear brake discs
Special tools required:
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove WHEELS .
Remove and clean BRAKE PADS.
After completing repair wor ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Wheel bearings and stub axle: Removing and installing/replacing left or right swivel bearing
Special tools required:
31 2 230
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove FRONT WHEEL .
Detach ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK AT SPRING STRUT.
Detach PULSE SENSOR ON SWIVEL BEARING set down with the engine support.
Detach TRACK ROD END FROM SWIVEL BEARING .
Detach WISHBONE.
Detach TRAILING LINK ...
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