Brake system / tires / wheels (BMW 5 Series E39 1995-2003: General information: Maintenance)

Brake system: Check lines, hoses, brake cylinders and connections for leaks and damage.
Brake system: check brake fluid level, check brake lining thickness. Visually check the condition of the parts of the brake system for leaks and wear.
Mark the position of the wheels relative to the hubs with paint so that the balanced wheels can be installed in the same position during installation. Loosen and unscrew the wheel bolts, check the condition of the rims (including the inside). Clean the wheels, lubricate the centering surface. Do not grease wheel bolts. Attach the wheels so that the marks applied before removal coincide. Lower the vehicle and tighten the wheel bolts crosswise to 100 Nm.
Tires: check tread height and tire pressure; check tires for wear and damage (including spare wheel).