How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 523i BMW E39
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your BMW 5 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525tds, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 523i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 528i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 535i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 td, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520i … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs / front brake rotors on BMW 520i (E39) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 13/05/2020
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for 5 Saloon (E39) and other BMW models
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How to change Brake disc on BMW E39 523i – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair Brake disc
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Parts Details
  • Diameter [mm] 295,8
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22,0
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Machining High-carbon
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120,0
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79,0
  • Inner Diameter [mm] 149,0
  • Bore Diameter [mm] 14,6
  • Drilled no
  • Barum Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
Barum BAR22159 Brake disc Vented, High-carbon, no
Article number: BAR22159
30,35 GBP
Price per item
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-47%
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Parts Details
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Tightening Torque [Nm] 120
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Material Cast Iron
  • Inner Diameter [mm] 148,8
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Number of Holes 5/6
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Surface Uncoated
  • Supplementary Article / Supplementary Info Info 2 without bolts/screws
  • Wheel Bolt Bore Diameter [mm] 14,7
  • Drilled no
  • Fitting Position Front Axle
  • STARK Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
STARK SKBM-2031 Brake disc Vented, Cast Iron, Uncoated, without bolts/screws, no, Front Axle
Article number: SKBM-2031
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31,63 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
-47%
Reviews - 37
Parts Details
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Tightening Torque [Nm] 120
  • Fitting Position Front Axle
  • Height [mm] 76,1
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Material Cast Iron
  • Inner Diameter [mm] 148,8
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Number of Holes 5/6
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Surface Uncoated
  • Supplementary Article / Supplementary Info Info 2 without bolts/screws
  • Wheel Bolt Bore Diameter [mm] 14,7
  • Drilled no
  • RIDEX Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
RIDEX 82B0032 Brake disc Front Axle, Vented, Cast Iron, Uncoated, without bolts/screws, no
Article number: 82B0032
compared to RRP 59.9

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31,63 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
Reviews - 0
Parts Details
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Supplementary Article / Supplementary Info Info 2 with bolts/screws
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Quantity Unit Set
  • Surface Oiled
  • Weight [kg] 15,31
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Tightening Torque [Nm] 120
  • Packing Type Box
  • Packaging length [cm] 32
  • Packaging width [cm] 32
  • Packaging height [cm] 15
  • Packaging height [cm] 15
  • Product line PREMIER
  • Drilled no
  • FERODO Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
FERODO DDF834 Brake disc Vented, with bolts/screws, Set, Oiled, Box, no
Article number: DDF834
31,95 GBP
Price per item
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Parts Details
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Brake Disc Type internally vented
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Drilled no
  • LPR Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
LPR B2441V Brake disc internally vented, no
Article number: B2441V
34,47 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
-71%
Reviews - 0
Parts Details
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Drilled no
  • QUINTON HAZELL Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
QUINTON HAZELL BDC4623 Brake disc Vented, no
Article number: BDC4623
compared to RRP 122.56

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35,35 GBP
Price per item
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Reviews - 0
Parts Details
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Test Mark E1 90R-02C0074/0201
  • Surface Oiled
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 21,9
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Height [mm] 76,1
  • Height [mm] 76,1
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Height [mm] 76,1
  • Drilled no
  • DELPHI Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
DELPHI BG3043 Brake disc Vented, Oiled, no
Article number: BG3043
40,01 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
Reviews - 18
Parts Details
  • Brake Disc Type internally vented
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Number of Holes 5
  • Supplementary Article / Supplementary Info Info 2 with bolts/screws
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Machining High-carbon
  • Surface Coated
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Tightening Torque [Nm] 120
  • Product line COATED DISC LINE
  • Drilled no
  • BREMBO Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
BREMBO 09.6924.11 Brake disc internally vented, with bolts/screws, High-carbon, Coated, no
Article number: 09.6924.11
41,65 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
-37%
Reviews - 3
Parts Details
  • Brake Disc Type internally vented
  • Machining High-carbon
  • Surface Coated
  • Diameter [mm] 296
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 22
  • Height [mm] 76
  • Rim Hole Number 5
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Test Mark ECE R90 APPROVED
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 20,4
  • Weight [kg] 7,40
  • Hole Arrangement/Number 6/5
  • Product line COAT Z
  • Drilled no
  • ZIMMERMANN Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
ZIMMERMANN 150.1284.20 Brake disc internally vented, High-carbon, Coated, no
Article number: 150.1284.20
compared to RRP 72.28

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44,97 GBP
Price per item
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-48%
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Parts Details
  • Minimum thickness [mm] 28,4
  • Tightening Torque [Nm] 120
  • Hole Arrangement/Number 05/06
  • Bore Diameter [mm] 14,7
  • Machining High-carbon
  • Fitting Position Front Axle
  • Height [mm] 73,8
  • Brake Disc Type Vented
  • Brake Disc Thickness [mm] 30
  • Material Cast Iron
  • Inner Diameter [mm] 148,8
  • Diameter [mm] 324
  • Number of Holes 5/6
  • Centering Diameter [mm] 79
  • Bolt Hole Circle Ø [mm] 120
  • Surface Uncoated
  • Supplementary Article / Supplementary Info Info 2 without bolts/screws
  • Wheel Bolt Bore Diameter [mm] 14,7
  • Drilled no
  • STARK Brake disc
  • Condition New
Details
STARK SKBD-0020207 Brake disc High-carbon, Front Axle, Vented, Cast Iron, Uncoated, without bolts/screws, no
Article number: SKBD-0020207
compared to RRP 87.8

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45,32 GBP
Price per item
incl. 20 VAT, excl. delivery costs
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
HEX bit no.H6.
HEX bit no.H7.
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car BMW E39 in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Detach the air duct from the cabin filter housing.
  3. Step 4
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    Release the cabin filter cover clips.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the cabin filter housing seal.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the cabin air filter housing.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  8. Step 9
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Brake Discs on BMW E39 2003 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  10. Step 11
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the wheel.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Brake Discs on BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 1998 - tips and tricks
    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement BMW E39 1999 525tds Brake Discs
    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 16
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  16. Step 17
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 523i 1996 Brake Discs - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  18. Step 19
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    Remove the brake pads.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Brake Discs on BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520i 1998 by yourself
    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove BMW 5 SERIES 525tds 1999 Brake Discs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  21. Step 22
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  22. Step 23
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  23. Step 24
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use an impact screwdriver.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Brake Discs on BMW E39 2003 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the brake disc.
  25. Step 26
    BMW 5 SERIES 540i Brake Discs replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Brake Discs on BMW E39 1996 523i by yourself
    Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  27. Step 28
    5 Saloon (E39) 525tds 1997 Brake Discs DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the brake disc.
  28. Step 29
    How to change Brake Discs on BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 1998 - tips and tricks
    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 16 Nm torque.
  29. Step 30
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement BMW E39 1999 525tds Brake Discs
    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – BMW E39. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  30. Step 31
    DIY replacement of Brake Discs on BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 528i 2000 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Install the brake caliper bracket.
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