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Replace Brake Rotors

Model: BMW Serie 7 MK 3, E38 - Years 1994-2001
Part: Brake rotors

Both the braking system and the rotors of the vehicle are crucial for ensuring maximum efficiency, benefiting the safety of both the driver and passengers. This procedure can be done independently without needing a mechanic, but it is essential to have a good level of manual dexterity to achieve excellent results. First, turn the steering wheel towards your side so that the brake caliper faces you. Lift the vehicle with a jack and remove the wheel after taking off the lug nuts. Use a hex wrench to unscrew all the bolts on the back that secure the caliper to the frame. Next, place the vehicle on a flat surface and engage a gear to block the front wheels. Then, you can remove the brake caliper. At this point, only the caliper bracket with the brake pads inside will remain. Remove the pads using a suitable flathead screwdriver, being careful not to damage the rotor. Next, unscrew the bolts that securely hold the bracket to the hub. Set them aside, as they will be useful for reassembly. At this point, only the brake rotor will remain, which needs to be replaced.

Updated on 22 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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