Hello all,

No Mini shops in my area, and I need to change my brake pads. Are there any odd-ball tools needed, say to retract the calipers?

Thanks,
Dave

 

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The rear caliper pistons have to be turned while being pushed in to retract... while this can sometimes be done with a large C-clamp, it's easiest with a real caliper piston tool like this:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40732

Sometimes you can borrow one from you local auto parts store...

 

Caution: Each time I have needed new pads, the rotors were worn down below spec. This is typical for all BMWs. You probably need to replace your rotors as well.

 

Ugh... Two hours to the closest dealership might be in order

--Dave

 

Try posting where you live. Maybe some one on NAM in your area can help you install the rotors/pads ( Buy them online at Tire Rack and and RealOEM.Com) . Many of us have the tools/experience to do this. See it done once, do it once, teach it. A few beers go a long way towards payment.

 

I don't know if you will have to change the rotors also, but if you do it is no big deal. One torx bolt holds them on. Check and see if you have worn a ridge in the rotor, if you have then it probably is a good idea to change them. OEM rotors will set you back about 25 bucks per. Performance costs more.

No special tools needed for the pads. If you have ever changed/worked on disk brakes you can do these.