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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 i xDrive, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xd, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xd, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 i xDrive, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 d xDrive, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 d, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335i xDrive 3.0 , BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335i, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 335i xDrive 3.0, BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330xi 3.0 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads / rear brake pad set on BMW 330i 3 (E92) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      HEX bit No.H7.
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Fender cover
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. AUTODOC recommends:

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 E92. Use the following procedure:

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.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 9

Remove the wheel.
Step 10

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor. Use a crowbar.

Please note!
Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 12

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 13

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 15

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. 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.
Step 16

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Tip:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 17

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 19

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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 E92. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 21

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Professionals 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. Use a crowbar.
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 E92. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
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 E92
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 a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 31

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Important! Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up 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.

Replacement: brake pads – BMW E92. AUTODOC recommends:
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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