First off, FULL STOP if you do not own BMW Tool 2365377 and 2285574 or it’s ilk, do not attempt this procedure. Now, that said, Harbor Freight is a lifesaver and had Maddox 63264, Disc Brake Pad and Caliper Service Tool Kit. See the caliper piston for the rear brakes of a F60 Mini are…
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Front Brake Pad Change – Mini Cooper Countryman F60
To change the brake pads on an F60 Mini Cooper Countryman, you are going to need these tools (jack with pad not pictured): Secondly, look everything up using the newtis so that you know the torque spec and disassembly instructions. Torque Specs: Wheel Lugs – 140Nm (103.25Ft-Lb) Guide Screws (hex bolts) – 35Nm (25.81Ft-Lb) Use…
STi Upgrades and Parts
Below are some notes on installations as well as some part numbers I want to keep up with. Brake Pads by the Numbers Application Street Track Brand Hawk Carbotech Model HPS 5.0 XP12 Front HB453B.585 CT1001 XP12 Rear HB180B.560 CT961 XP12 Brake Rotors by the Numbers Application Street Track Brand Subaru DBA Model…