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:
34 1 280
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove WHEELS .
Remove and clean BRAKE PADS.
After completing repair wor ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Spring strut: Replacing front left or right spring strut shock absorber
Special tools required:
31 3 340
31 3 341
31 3 355
33 0 040
31 0 040
WARNING:
Prior to each use of special tool 31 3 340, it is essential to read the associated
Owner's Handbook fully!
All the safety precautions and instructions contained in the Owner's Handbook
must be st ...
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