Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 218i, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 220i, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 216 d, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 218 d, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 220d xDrive, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 216 i, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 214 d, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 220 d, BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) 218 d xDrive … 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

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Tools you might need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      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

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Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). 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 – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Take the following steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Remove the wiper arm cover.
Step 4

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 5

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 6

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 7

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.

Step 8

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46)
Step 9

Remove the wheel.
Step 10

Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor. Use a crowbar.

Please note!
Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 11

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 14

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 15

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). 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.
Step 16

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Tip:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 17

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 19

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 20

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 – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Professionals recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 21

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 22

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 23

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 24

Connect the brake pads wear sensor.
Step 25

Install the brake caliper retaining spring.
Step 26

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 27

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 28

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46)
Step 29

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 30

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 31

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46). AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 32

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 33

Install the wiper arm cover.

Step 34

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 35

Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
BMW 2 Gran Tourer (F46) – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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