How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 320d 2.0 BMW 3 Touring (E46)
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your BMW 3 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330 xd, BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330 xd, BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330 xi, BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330 i, BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330 d … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – BMW E46 touring. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torx bit T30
Drive socket # 16
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – BMW E46 touring. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car BMW E46 touring 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 E46 touring. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320d 2.0 2000 Brake Discs - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
    BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320i 2.2 2001 Brake Discs replacement: free workshop manuals
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 318 i 2002 by yourself
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove BMW 3 SERIES 330d 3.0 2003 Brake Discs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW E46 touring
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Brake Discs replacement on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330xd 2.9 2005 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
    BMW 3 SERIES 330xi 3.0 Brake Discs replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2002 320d 2.0 by yourself
    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – BMW E46 touring. Tip:
    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.
  12. Step 12
    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Step 13
    3 Touring (E46) 330d 3.0 2003 Brake Discs DIY replacement workshop manual
    Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor. Use a crowbar.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2004 - tips and tricks
    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2005 330d 3.0 Brake Discs
    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 1999 - free PDF and video manuals
    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320d 2.0 2000 Brake Discs - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
    Replacement: brake discs – BMW E46 touring. AUTODOC recommends:
    If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
  18. Step 19
    BMW 3 Touring (E46) 320i 2.2 2001 Brake Discs replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the brake disc.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 318 i 2002 by yourself
    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove BMW 3 SERIES 330d 3.0 2003 Brake Discs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Move the parking brake shoes against the drum. Use a crowbar.
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2004: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the brake disc.
  22. Step 23
    How hard is it to do yourself: Brake Discs replacement on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 330xd 2.9 2005 - download illustrated guide
    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 16 Nm torque.
  23. Step 24
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Brake Discs on BMW 3 Touring (E46) 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Install the brake caliper bracket.
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