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SI B34 10 16
Brakes

May 2017
Technical Service

BRAKE PAD MAINTENANCE SERVICES: BRAKE DISC
RESURFACING GUIDELINES
New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol

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This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 10 16 dated January 2017.
What’s New:
• This bulletin’s “procedure” now only applies when a “required” brake pad maintenance service is performed (Effective
with the release of this updated bulletin)
• The Warranty Information section has been updated accordingly

MODEL
All

With Standard Brake Discs/Rotors (Non-Drilled or Non-Ceramic Brake Disc/Rotors)

SITUATION
Vehicle comes to the workshop for a:
• Brake pad maintenance service (CBS/CBR displaying “Recommended” or “Due - brake pads are at or below 4 mm).
And, if applicable, this brake pad maintenance task is done in conjunction with either a:
A. Vehicle inspection to address a customer’s brake-related concern; and/or
B. Complimentary multi-point or State mandated inspection;
And, your center’s inspection of the vehicle confirms that the:
• The brake discs/rotors surfaces are not suitable for the installation of new brake pads “alone” due to
grooving/scoring and/or corrosion as described in the attachment to this bulletin

CORRECTION
When an axle’s brake disc/rotor measured thicknesses are still above the minimum specification, the procedure of
resurfacing the brake discs/rotors has been implemented as an alternative to their replacement, as outlined in this
bulletin.
For each axle, as required and when permissible, resurface the brake discs/rotors with a BMW approved “on-car”
brake lathe.

Note: Vehicles equipped with QMVH rear differential are excluded from rear rotor resurfacing.

BMW Approved “On-Car” Brake Disc/Rotor Lathes:
For the list of BMW approved “on-car” brake disc/rotor lathe machines, refer to BMW Equipment Program
(www.bmwcentersolutions.com).

Attention: The BMW approved “on-car” brake lathe has been added to your workshop’s list of
required equipment (found in TIS/Tools & Equipment / BMW Workshop Equipment List).

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By February 15, 2017, BMWNA will be providing a one-time Manufacturer’s discount of $1,500 per center
applied as a miscellaneous credit to your center’s non-vehicle billing account.
This discount is to be used for purchasing of one of the approved machines listed in the Equipment
Program. In exchange for this discount, all BMW centers will be required to submit their purchase order for the On-Car
Brake lathe by April 15th, 2017.
On and after May 1, 2017, all BMW centers will be required to follow the corresponding service information
bulletins. Any rotors submitted for reimbursement under Warranty will be subject to review by the Warranty Parts
Return Center and subject to debit, if found suitable for machining.
If you have any concerns about making the purchase of the On-Car Brake Lathe, please contact the Warranty
Department at [email protected].

PROCEDURE
1. Compare the discs/rotors condition from the repaired vehicle, with the “classification” examples provided in the
“Attachment_B341016_Categorization”.
2. Measure the brake disc/rotor thicknesses on the applicable axle(s).
3. Proceed as follows:

Brake Discs/Rotors are “at or below” the Minimum Specification
• All Attachment Categorizations:
If a brake disc/rotor thicknesses on an axle are at or below the minimum specification, replace the brake
discs/rotors.

Brake Discs/Rotors are “above” the Minimum Specification
• Attachment Categorizations: CATEGORY 1
If the brake disc/rotor thickness measurements are above the minimum specification, re-use the existing
discs/rotors when performing a brake pad maintenance service (resurfacing or replacement is not
necessary).
• Attachment Categorizations: CATEGORY 2
If the measured brake disc/rotor thicknesses are:
Above the minimum thickness specification (stamped on the rotor, or from the ISTA “Brake
Replacement” repair instruction/Technical Data) PLUS 0.5 mm;
Then the brake discs/rotors on that axle should be resurfaced using a BMW approved on-car brake disc lathe
Note: Only if your center is not equipped with a BMW approved on-car brake disc lathe, a brake disc/rotor
replacement is then permissible.
• Attachment Categorization: CATEGORY 3
Replace the brakes discs/rotors.

Note: For CATEGORY 2, if your center is not equipped with a BMW approved on-car brake disc
lathe, a brake disc/rotor replacement for this category is not permissible or claimable
• Attachment Categorization: CATEGORY 3
Replace the brakes discs/rotors.

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Note: Claims for brake discs which are replaced, the parts may be requested by WPRC for
return/inspection.

Part Number

Description

Quantity

Refer to ETK

Front brake pads (Set)

1

Refer to ETK

Rear brake pads (Set)

1

Refer to ETK

Brake pad paste

2 per axle

And, if necessary:

Refer to ETK

Front brake Discs/Rotor*

2

Refer to ETK

Rear brake Discs/Rotor*

2

Also refer to ETK (EPC) and the repair instructions for information about onetime use fasteners, other screws/bolts,
gaskets and seals that must also be replaced while performing this repair.

Note*: Replace only as outlined in the “Attachment Categorizations.”

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Per the attachment, when Categorizations 2 and 3 Apply
BMW Maintenance Programs (up to and including 4 years or 50,000 miles)
When one of the following programs are active:
• BMW Maintenance Program (up to 4/50) - Up to and including model year 2016 vehicles; or the
• Optional BMW Ultimate Care + “Full Maintenance Programs” (Up to 3/36 or 4/50 as applicable) - Model year 2017
vehicles and newer:
Brake disc resurfacing, or as required, replacement (front, rear or both), in conjunction with a required brake pad
maintenance service task (replacement) is covered.
Claim and submit the brake disc repair portion separately from the brake pad maintenance service task as follows (in
additional to the Standard scope):
Front Brakes

Defect Code:

85810175MP

Brake Pads – Front in conjunction with brake
disc resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

00 00 612

Refer to KSD2

Service, front brakes

And, as applicable, claim the front brake disc repair portion separately as follows:

Defect Code:

3411005400

Brake disc, front – Scratches, score marks

Or:
3411007500

Brake disc, front – Corroded

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Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

34 11 667

Refer to KSD2

Fine grind both sides of both front brake discs
(Brake caliper removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing front brake
discs (Brake pads removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing front brake
discs (Brake caliper removed)

Defect Code:

85810275MP

Brake Pads – Rear in conjunction with brake
disc resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

00 00 614

Refer to KSD2

Service, rear brakes

Or:
34 11 613
Or:
34 11 612
Or:
Rear Brakes

And, as applicable, claim the rear brake disc repair portion as follows:

Defect Code:

3421005400

Brake disc, rear - Scratches, score marks

Or:
3421007500

Brake disc, rear – Corroded

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

34 21 947

Refer to KSD2

Fine grind both sides of both rear brake discs
(Brake caliper removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing rear brake
discs (Brake pads removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing rear brake
discs (Brake caliper removed)

Defect Code:

85810375MP

Brake Pads – Front and Rear in conjunction
with brake disc resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

Or:
34 21 932
Or:
34 21 931
Or:
Front and Rear Brakes

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00 00 613

Refer to KSD2

Service, front brake/rear brake

And, as necessary, in conjunction with the Defect Code 85 81 03 75 MP line item:
• Claim the applicable front and/or rear brake disc repair portion (Defect Codes, labor operations and parts)
separately from the brake pad maintenance service task the same as noted above.
Within 4/50 Summary: Brake Pads and Discs - Defect Code Summary:

Axle

Front

Rear

Front and Rear

Vehicle’s Current: Age/Mileage

Up to 50,000 miles

Up to and including Month 48

85 81 01 75 MP

85 81 02
85 81 03 75 MP
75 MP

34 11 00 54 00

34 21 00 54 00

34 11 00
“54 or
75” 00

34 11 00 75 00

34 21 00 75 00

34 21 00
“54 or
75” 00

Or:
BMW Maintenance Programs (beyond 4 years or 50,000 miles)
When one of the following programs are active:
• BMW Maintenance Program Optional Upgrade (4/50 to 6/100) - Up to and including model year 2016 vehicles; or the
• Optional BMW Ultimate Care + “Full Maintenance Programs” (60/75, 72/100 or 84/125 as applicable) - Model year
2017 vehicles and newer
Brake disc resurfacing, or as required, replacement (front, rear or both), in conjunction with a required brake pad
maintenance service task (replacement) is covered.
Claim and submit the brake disc repair portion together with the corresponding brake pad maintenance service task
Defect Code as follows:
Front Brakes

Defect Code:

85820175MP

Brake Pads – Front in conjunction with brake disc
resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

00 00 612

Refer to KSD2

Service, front brakes

Refer to KSD2

Fine grind both sides of both front brake discs (Brake caliper
removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing front brake discs (Brake
pads removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing front brake discs (Brake
caliper removed)

And:
34 11 667
Or:
34 11 613
Or:
34 11 612

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Or:
Rear Brakes

Defect Code:

85820275MP

Brake Pads – Rear in conjunction with brake disc
resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

00 00 614

Refer to KSD2

Service, rear brakes

Refer to KSD2

Fine grind both sides of both rear brake discs (Brake caliper
removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing rear brake discs (Brake
pads removed)

Refer to KSD2

Removing and installing or replacing rear brake discs (Brake
caliper removed)

And:
34 21 947
Or:
34 21 932
Or:
34 21 931
Or:
Front and Rear Brakes

Defect Code:

85820375MP

Brake Pads – Front/Rear in conjunction with brake disc
resurface/replace

Labor Operation:

Labor Allowance:

Description:

00 00 613

Refer to KSD2

Service, front brake/rear brake

And, as necessary, under Defect Code 85 82 03 75 MP:
• Claim the applicable front and/or rear brake disc repair portion (labor operations and parts) “together” with the
brake pad replacement as noted above.
Beyond 4/50: Brake Pads and Discs - Defect Code Summary:

Axle

Front

Vehicle’s Current:
Age/Mileage

50,001 miles and
higher as allowable
by the “MP”
Upgrade

Month 49 and older
as allowable by the
“MP” Upgrade

85 82 01 75 MP

Rear

Front and Rear

85 82 02 75 MP

85 82 03 75 MP

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Note: The brake pad replacement flat rate labor operations include measuring the thickness of the
corresponding brake discs/rotors.

ATTACHMENTS
View PDF attachment Attachment_B341016_Categorization.
[ Copyright ©2017 BMW of North America, Inc. ]

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