Brake system of the car BMW 5 Series E28

General information about the brake system
All E28 models (With «retro» -body) equipped with disc front brakes and either drum or disc rear brakes. Models E34 (with modern body) have front and rear disc...

General information on anti-lock braking system
The anti-lock braking system is designed to ensure the vehicle's agility, stability on the road and optimal braking performance in a difficult traffic...

Replacing disc brake pads
Disc brake pads must be replaced on both wheels at the same time - NEVER change pads on only one wheel. In addition, the dust generated by the brake system may...

Removal, overhaul and installation of the disc brake caliper
Rear wheel brake caliper assembly components (the same for the front wheels) 1 - Assembly of the caliper 2 — Bolt of fastening of a bracket 3 - bleed valve 4 -...

Inspection, removal and installation of the brake disc
This procedure applies to both front and rear brake discs. Brake discs should always be replaced or repaired in pairs (both front or both rear discs), even if...

Replacement of shoes of drums of brake mechanisms
Brake drum shoes must be changed on both wheels at the same time - never change shoes on only one wheel. In addition, the dust collected on the brake system...

Removal and installation of the main brake cylinder
Brake fluid is poisonous. It also dissolves paint a lot. See Warning in Section Bleeding the hydraulic brake system . Although parts and a master cylinder...

Check of a condition, removal and installation of the vacuum amplifier of brakes
Pushrod Assembly Components of a Typical Vacuum Booster 1 - Protective cover 2 - Holder 3 - Shock absorber 4 - Air filter Checking work 1. With the engine off,...

Description, removal and installation of the vacuum hydraulic booster of the brake system
Brake fluid is poisonous. It also dissolves paint a lot. See the Warning at the beginning of the Section Bleeding the hydraulic brake system . Description On...

Replacing the parking brake cable (s)
1. Peel back the boot at the base of the parking brake lever and loosen the parking brake cable adjustment nut, which also holds the cable to the brake lever...

Parking brake adjustment
Models with drum rear brakes Cable adjustment (cables) parking brake on models with rear drum brakes may only be required if you are replacing the cable or...

Check of a condition, removal and installation of assembly of a parking brake
Parking brake shoe linings on models with rear disc brakes may be made from materials containing asbestos. Pay attention to the Warning at the beginning of the...

Brake pedal adjustment
After replacing or removing the master cylinder or brake booster, always adjust the brake pedal height. In this case, it is also necessary to adjust the brake...

Checking and adjusting the brake light switch
The brake light switch should be checked and, if necessary, adjusted after replacing or removing the master cylinder or vacuum booster. The switch is located...

Inspection and replacement of brake lines and hoses of the hydraulic brake system
Brake fluid is poisonous. It also dissolves paint a lot. See the Warning at the beginning of the Section Bleeding the hydraulic brake system . Inspection At...

Bleeding the hydraulic brake system
Wear protective goggles when bleeding the brake system. If liquid does get into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and seek medical attention. Most types...

Diagnostics of malfunctions of the brake system
Before concluding that the brake system has failed, check the condition and inflation pressure of the tires and the uniform loading of the vehicle (see chapter...