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BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Both Front Brake Discs

BMW X5 (G05) 2019-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Brakes / Brakes - Repair Instructions / Front Brakes / Removing And Installing/Replacing Both Front Brake Discs

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

After completing work, read and comply with notes on braking in new brake discs / brake pads.

Check minimum brake disc thickness:

New brake linings may only be installed if the brake disc thickness is greater than or equal to the minimum brake disc thickness (MIN TH).

If the brake discs are replaced, you must also fit new brake pads.

Brake discs may only be replaced in pairs (on each axle).

Brakes
Fig. 28: Identifying Special Tool (34 1 280)

Release screws (1) and remove brake caliper mounting bracket.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 11 2AZ.

Brake hose remains connected.

Check that brake hose is correctly seated in holder.

Brakes
Fig. 29: Pulling Brake Lining Wear Sensor

Release screw (1) and remove brake disc (2).

IMPORTANT: To release brake disc: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar! If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.

Clean contact surface of brake disc at wheel hub thoroughly and remove traces of corrosion.

Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disc!

Installation:

Replace screw.

Tightening torque 34 11 1AZ.

Brakes
Fig. 30: Identifying Brake Disc Screw

REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING A BRAKE CARRIER / BRAKE GUARD PLATE AT FRONT

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) and remove brake guard plate (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 11 3AZ.

Brakes
Fig. 31: Identifying Brake Guard Plate Screw

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Fig. 40: Identifying Rear Brake Components Brake disc Brake caliper Brake hose Brake pads Pulse generator / brake pad sensor Brake guard plate Checking thickness of brake pad REMOVING AND IN

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