I have a 2000 BMW 323CI and my brake pad light just came on, I checked my brake pads and looks like my front needs a replacement. But my question is do I need to also replace the rotors with the front brake pads?? OR Can I just get them Re-Surfaced again?? Some mechanic told me that I can only replace them and bmw rotors cannot be re-surfaced!! Also, need to replace the front sensors too, rite?? HELP!!
THX! in advance!!!
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Don`t panic ! When the light comes on, it means "get them replaced *soon*". it does`nt mean you have to pull over and park the car. It`s usually a good idea to replace the rotors (they`re not too expensive) along with the pads. If you have any mechanical ability, it`s an easy DIY, and you can do all 4 wheels for around $300, as opposed to around $900-1000 at a BMW dealer. Independent shops should charge around $600 to do all 4 wheels.
Regards,
Bob
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Yeah replace the sensors they are like 8-10 bucks.
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can somebody list the parts needed? just a short list with approx cost. Thanks...
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SEARCh is your friend.
Also check the DIY section for exactly how to do the job.
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Quote: | can somebody list the parts needed? just a short list with approx cost. Thanks... | Go here for all ur parts needs: http://www.bmwpartstore.com/ (that is where i'm going to order my front brake pads tonite - if anybody can suggest any other website, will appretiate it).
And the mechanic was charging me for $100 for the front brakes and to re-surface the Rotors!!!
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