Do I need to disconnect battery to change brake pads?
The general rule of thumb is to remove the battery cables anytime you work on any component that is electrically powered or has an electrically powered sensor. So, in this case, it would be a good idea to remove the battery cables when working on brake system on your BMW.
Why does my car shake after changing the brake pads?
Brake shudder is a vibration that is felt through the steering wheel, brake pedal, and suspension when the brakes are applied at high speeds. Brake shudder can be caused by a number of things including damaged rotors, malfunctioning calipers, or new brake pads that have not been properly broken in after replacement.
How much does a rotor and brake replacement cost?
Brake rotor replacement costs will cost between $200 and $400 for the parts and about $150 in labor costs. This means that you are looking at around $350 to $500 for a total brake rotor replacement job.
How long does it take for new brake discs and pads to bed in?
It takes time and some specific actions. You can get the bedding-in process (otherwise known as “burnishing”) underway, before the customer collects their car. All you have to do is make about 20 complete stops in the car – from 30-0mph – or about the same number of slow-downs from 50-20mph.
Can you put the rear brake pads back on a Prius?
When putting the rear pads back, make sure to align the brake pad dimple with the piston or else it’ll cause uneven brake wear and will cause brake issues, so don’t forget! The Prius brakes last for along time, this is just a demonstration on how to do it yourself when the time comes. Enjoy!
How do you replace the discs on a Prius?
Instead of whacking the old discs with a rubber mallet to remove, an alternate approach might be to insert bolts into the two threaded holes in the discs (8 mm is the correct size) and then screw the bolts in to provide a force pushing the discs away from the hub.
What happens if your brake pads are not bedded?
Failure to do this can give a nasty surprise if you need to brake in an emergency and the brakes switch straight to friction brakes “no regen braking” and the pads are not bedded in, as braking can be very poor until the pads are bedded in giving almost no braking.