New Brake Pads (warning light) maybe dics too?

[demon8991]

Hi Guys,

My Brake Pad warning light came on last night after a long drive home, as far as i am aware my car has the original discs on it and has done 46k so these might need replacing.

Basically i want to know is it best to order new parts from Joe & Sopers? If so what part number would i need? Or get it off the net somewhere else?

 

[AlanJ]

Here's a link to the various part numbers. You might find aftermarket cheaper and no doubt others will point you in the right direct.

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/partgrp.do?model=BT52&mospid=47797&hg=34

 

[jimbo1958]

Done mine a couple of months ago. Brembo Pads from http://www.nextdaybrakes.com. About £60 delivered for Pads all around.
Front and Brake sensors £6 each delivered from http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_f...bmw+z4+brake+sensor&_sacat=See-All-Categories You need one of each, front and rear.

IIRC it took me 3-4 hours to do including cuppa break. Would probably take 2-3 hours next time.
If you're gonna have a go yourself trolley jack/axle stands are a must. Check your jack goes under first. Mine did with mm's clearance.
Getting the wheels off initially was a PITA until I googled. Slacken off the wheel bolts halfway. Jack up until about 1" off the ground. Lay on your back and kick the tyre at 6 and 9 oclock with the soles of your size 10's until the wheel comes off its spline. Jack up fully, axle stands under and away you go. Get yourself a small bungee cord(poundland has them) for hanging the caliper off of a coil spring while you change the pads.
Have some cable ties handy in case you're ham fisted like me and manage to snap some of the sensor cable clips.

Although I'm an Engineer by trade it's a very simple job that any DIY'er could tackle easily.
The pads themselves are what they are. Dunno how they compare to reds,greens,yellows but they stop the car.


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[demon8991]

Thank you very much for your help!

Much appreciated!