2001 BMW M3 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Hydraulic Booster System -> Vacuum Booster System
Vehicle: 2001 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 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

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 the electronic speed sensors, which ar...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Inspection -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Replace

Front
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front tire and wheel.
  • Press and hold brake pedal with suitable prop.
  • Disconnect brake pipe from connection with hose.
  • Remove wear indicator connector from lefthand side.
  • Remove mounting bolts and caliper.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Bleed brake system.
    • Ensure brake pad wear sensor wire does not contact rotor or wheel.
Rear
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
  • Drain moderate amount of brake fluid from reservoir using suitable syringe.
  • Disconnect and plug caliper hydraulic line.
  • Disconne...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 2001 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 faults.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove brake pads as outlined in "Pad, Replace," as required.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts, then position caliper aside with brake hoses connected.
  • Remove mounting bolts and rotor. Tapping rotor wit...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS

Refer to Figs. throu...

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