1999 BMW M3 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description -> ABS Less Stability & Traction Control -> ABS w/Stability & Traction Control
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

ABS Less Stability & Traction Control

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) consists of a control unit, hydraulic unit, speed sensors and wiring harness, Fig. . Each speed sensor has a gear wheel which runs past the permanently magnetized edge of the speed sensor installed in the wheel hub. The rotary motion of the wheels is recorded by inductive sensors and an electric signal is sent to the electronic control unit.

The electronic control unit is located in a compartment on the right side of the engine compartment. This control unit inputs acceleration, deceleration and slip factors from ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Hydraulic Booster System -> Vacuum Booster System
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Hydraulic Booster System

The hydraulic system incorporates a power flow regulator which diverts a small flow of fluid from the power steering operating circuit for the power assisted brake system, Fig. . It charges the hydraulic reservoir in a high pressure range without impairing the function of power steering. The pressurized hydraulic oil volume is supplied to the booster for the sake of power assistance and is applied by operating the connected standard tandem master cylinder. Should the power steering pump fail, the hydraulic reservoir has sufficient reserve pressure to permit m...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Parking Brake Service
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

  • Remove brake disc as outlined under "Rotor, Replace."
  • Remove parking brake shoes' return spring using suitable brake spring pliers,
  • Turn retainers 90° and remove using retainer tool No. 34 4 000, or equivalent, Fig. .
  • Remove shoes by rotating out...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Terminal Identification -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Diagnosis is only available using the BMW Diagnostic System. Refer to BMW testing system manufacturer's instructions to diagnosis ABS malfunctions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Refer to Fig. for Diagnostic Trouble Code (DT...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 1998 -> 1999-2000 -> 323Ci, 325, 328Ci & 330 & 2000 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Sedans -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Control Unit -> Front Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Unit -> M3, Z3, 318, 323, 325, 328 & 330 -> M5, 525, 528, 530, 540, 740 & 750 -> Rear Speed Sensor -> X5 -> Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems," for procedures.

Component Replacement

Hydraulic Unit
M3, Z3, 318, 323, 325, 328 & 330
Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
  • Ensure ignition switch is in Off position.
  • Remove Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor from air filter housing.
  • Disconnect cruise control drive motor as required.
  • Remove brake fluid from master cylinder using suitable syringe.
  • Disconnect central connector.
  • Mark brake lines for installation alignment.
  • Disconnect brake lines at master cylinder and hydraulic control unit.
  • Disconnect s...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 323Ci, 325, 328Ci & 330 & 2000 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Sedans -> 740 & 750 -> M3, Z3, 318, 3232, 325, 328 & 330 -> M5, 525, 528, 530 & 540 -> Master Cylinder, Replace -> X5 -> Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
Vehicle: 1999 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Master Cylinder, Replace
M3, Z3, 318, 3232, 325, 328 & 330
Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
  • Remove brake fluid from master cylinder using suitable syringe.
  • Remove mounting bolt.
  • Disconnect reservoir from master cylinder by titling to side.
  • Plug master cylinder connections.
  • Disconnect brake lines, then plug bores and lines.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove plug and clutch hose, as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Install new mounting nuts and seal.
    • Coat sealing rings with suitable brake fl...

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