Brake Problem
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From: Quincy, MA, USA
My Ride: E60 530i
Model Year: 2004
Engine: M54
Originally Posted by tdocz' date='Jan 4 2005, 04:08 PM
I had this vibration problem on driving. It was -3 F . It went away when the tire warmed-UP
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My Ride: E60 530i
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Originally Posted by urbo73' date='Jan 4 2005, 04:02 PM
Rotors can also warp if the wheel bolts were torqued incorrectly, to very high values. All bolts should be at around 120Nm.
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From: Quincy, MA, USA
My Ride: E60 530i
Model Year: 2004
Engine: M54
Went to dealer this morning, and the tech. was driving my car with me. He confirmed the vibtration and said that it was due to the rust on the pads and rotors.
He told me that the vibration will be diminished by itself over time. He also told me that dealer can replaced the rotors for me but I will get charged. The replacement is not covered under the warranty because it is due to corrosion.
So driver beware .... brake rotors/pads replacement only be covered under warranty if it is worn out under normal use NOT corrosion.
This morning, the vibration is much less than before, but is still there.
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He told me that the vibration will be diminished by itself over time. He also told me that dealer can replaced the rotors for me but I will get charged. The replacement is not covered under the warranty because it is due to corrosion.
So driver beware .... brake rotors/pads replacement only be covered under warranty if it is worn out under normal use NOT corrosion.
This morning, the vibration is much less than before, but is still there.
Ching-Ho Cheng
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My Ride: 530iA Silver Grey , black interior. Premium Package, Navigation System, Head-up Display, Radio Satellite, Adaptive Xenon Headlights. AC Schnitzer Front Lip, H&R springs, Rear red reflector, All season Floor mat,
I have the same problem sometimes too. Especially when i tried to brake in high speeds. Does this occur only on 530i ? 
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