When to replace the Brake Pads on your ALPINA ROADSTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52) 4.8 V8 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Roadster V8 (E52) and other ALPINA models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    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.
  2. Step 4
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    Release the cabin filter cover clips.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the cabin filter housing seal.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the cabin air filter housing.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  7. Step 9
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  8. Step 10
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  9. Step 11
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 12
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52)
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the wheel.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 16
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 17
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  15. Step 18
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  16. Step 19
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). Tip:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  17. Step 20
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  18. Step 21
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  19. Step 22
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  20. Step 23
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  21. Step 24
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALPINA Roadster V8 (E52). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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