03-17-2018, 10:18 AM | #1 |
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Brakes Question
Have a 2015 X5 35i x-drive. It states front brake pads need changing in 3500 miles and the rears in 9000 miles.
1. Do I need to replace pads as well as rotors? 2. How long do rotors normally last? 3. Any certain brake pads/rotors you guys recommend other than OEM? 4. Are the front and rear pads the same? Or are they different? Thank you! |
03-17-2018, 10:40 AM | #3 |
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03-17-2018, 11:11 AM | #5 |
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Rotors can be turned? So I don't need new rotors (other than having them turned, since this is first time for these brakes)?
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03-17-2018, 11:26 AM | #6 |
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Have you measured the actual thickness remaining on your pads?
Don't rely on the recommendations shown on iDrive as they are only a calculation based on what the iDrive thinks should be left. |
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03-17-2018, 11:52 AM | #8 |
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You never want to just put new pads on without wait get turning the rotors to give a new flat surface or replace them with new rotora. It all depends on the thickness of what material is left on the rotor.
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03-17-2018, 11:58 AM | #9 |
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Mate, with OEM pads and rotors, it us impossible to wear out the rotors before the 2nd set of pads it's finished. That's the design material strength.
If the wear on the rotor is uneven, there is a problem with the caliper. |
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03-17-2018, 01:22 PM | #10 |
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My idrive has said replace in 5000kms 10000kms ago. Still says 5000kms. Visual inspection of pads shows so much pad left
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Does using non OEM brake pads and having them changed at a non BMW garage invalidate the BMW warranty during the first three years?
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