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Resurfacing/Turning Brake Discs

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Checks and maintenance

If you feel the steering wheel vibrating during braking, it is likely that the brake discs have become slightly warped: if they are not excessively worn and still have effective thickness, you can have them resurfaced rather than replaced, and this operation can also be performed on the vehicle without removing the disc if you have the proper equipment; in some ways, this solution is even better as it ensures that no eccentricity is generated during installation on the hub; however, if you decide to have the disc resurfaced, you need to remove it by first taking off the complete caliper with the bracket, and after installation, you obviously need to replace the brake pads as well.

Updated on 17 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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