Brake system — general information The brake system consists of the main brake cylinder, hydraulic booster, and disc brakes of the front wheels and rear wheels. The hydraulic braking system is...
Checking the thickness of the brake discs Note: Vehicles with diesel engines. as well as model 5201 have massive brake discs 1. All models with more powerful engines have thicker brake discs 2 with...
Eliminate squeaky disc brakes Remove brake pads. Clean the brake pads and calipers with compressed air or a cloth soaked in alcohol. Attention: Do not inhale brake dust! Coat with...
Brake fluid Observe the following when working with brake fluid: Brake fluid is poisonous and must never be sucked out by mouth through a hose. Pour brake fluid only into...
Removal of air from the brake system Whenever a brake is repaired and the brake system is opened, air can enter the lines. After this, air must be removed from the system. Air in the system is...
Checking the hydraulic booster Checking the functioning of the hydraulic booster is carried out with a significant increase in the effort on the brake pedal to ensure the necessary braking....
Removal and installation of parking brake pads Withdrawal Remove the rear brake disc. Disconnect the front return spring. Check return spring. Replace rusted and weakened springs. Lightly press down on the...
Parking brake device Figure W - 4477. Parking brake 1 hand brake lever 2 Handle 3 Rubber washer 4 Pressure spring 5 push button 6 Guide 7 Bolt 8 Protective cap 9 Overlay 10 Braided...
Handbrake adjustment The parking brake is completely separate from the service brakes. As a result, the parking brake is subject to less wear. Friction torque is reduced due to...
Check, replacement of the brake light switch The brake light switch is located in the footwell on the hand brake pedal lever. Examination If the brake lights don't come on, check the fuse first. Then...
ABS system Depending on the model and composition of the equipment, an anti-lock brake system can be installed on BMW vehicles. It is not possible to retrofit the vehicle...