2016 BMW M4 brake pads

Drivetrain
In this vehicle, particular attention is paid to the
direct connection from the engine to the drive‐
train. Due to the torsionally stiff design of the
drivetrain, as usual in a sports car, the trans‐
mission of the torque is can also be heard.
When there are load changes, it can therefore
cause clattering noises. They do not affect the
functioning or durability of the components.
Driving on a racing track
Requirements For driving on a racing track:▷Participation in a training course from
BMW Driving Experience.▷Check engine oil level and top up with en‐
gine oil as required.▷Have vehicle checked by a Service Partner
or a qualified specialist workshop.
Notes
Racing track operation causes increased wear. The vehicle is not designed for use in motor‐
sport competitions. This wear is not covered by the warranty.
The standard brake pads and the wear dis‐
plays are not designed for racing track opera‐
tion. Further information and advice are avail‐
able from a Service Partner or a qualified
specialist workshop.
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Driving precautionsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the se‐
lected special equipment or national version.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant na‐
tional regulations when using the correspond‐
ing functions and systems.
Running in General
Moving parts need a certain time to achieve
maximum operating efficiency as a unit.
The following information helps to achieve
maximum service life and efficiency of the ve‐
hicle.
Do not use Launch Control, see page 77, when
running in.
Engine, gearbox and differential
Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles Drive with alternating revolutions and speeds,
but do not exceed 5500 rpm and 170 km/h, ap‐ proximately 106 mph.
In principle, avoid full load or kick-down.
At 2000 km, 1200 miles
Have maintenance conduct a drive-in service.
From 2000 km, approximately
1200 miles to 5000 km, approximately
3100 miles
Revolutions and vehicle speed can gradually
be increased to a continuous speed of
220 km/h, approximately 137 mph.The maximum speed of 250 km/h, approxi‐
mately 155 mph is only to be used briefly, for
example when overtaking.
Tyres New tyres do not achieve their full road
grip immediately, for production reasons.
During the first 300 km, 200 miles, drive mod‐
erately.
Brake system
Brake pads and discs of the M compound
brakes only achieve a favourable wear and
contact pattern after approximately 500 km,
approximately 300 miles. Drive moderately
during this running-in period.
Brake discs and pads of the M carbon ceramic
brakes only achieve a favourable wear and
contact pattern after approx. 1000 km, approx.
600 miles. Drive moderately during this run‐
ning-in period.
Clutch
The clutch only begins to function optimally at
approximately 500 km, approximately
300 miles. Engage the clutch gently during this
running-in period.
After fitting new parts The same running-in procedures should be
observed if any of the components mentioned
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Applying the brakes fully is the most effective
way of braking in situations in which this is
necessary.
The vehicle can be steered. Any obstacles can
be avoided with steering wheel movements
that are as calm as possible.
A pulsing of the brake pedal shows that ABS is
regulating.
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake disks can cause functional noise. How‐
ever, this has no effect on the efficiency and
operational safety of the brakes.
Objects in the range of movement of
the pedals and in the footwell
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can re‐
strict the pedal travel, or block a pedal that has
been pressed. Danger of accidents. Stow
items in the vehicle so that they are secure and
cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only use
floor mats that have been categorised as ap‐
propriate for the vehicle and that can be fas‐
tened accordingly. Do not use any loose floor
mats, and do not place several floor mats on
top of one another. Make sure that there is suf‐
ficient space for the pedals. Ensure that the
floor mats are securely reattached after having
been removed, for example for cleaning.◀
Wet roads
In damp weather, if road grit has been spread
or there is heavy rain, apply the brakes lightly
every few kilometres/miles.
In doing so, do not obstruct other road users.
The resulting heat dries the brake discs and
pads.
The braking force will be available immediately
if needed.Downhill gradients
WARNING
Even slight, continuous pressure on the
brake pedal can cause overheating, brake pad
wear or even brake system failure. Danger of
accidents. Avoid excessive loads on the
brake.◀
WARNING
When idling or with the engine switched
off, safety-relevant functions are restricted or
no longer available, for example the braking ef‐
fect of the engine or power assistance for the
braking force and steering. Danger of acci‐
dents. Do not drive at idle speed or with the
engine switched off.◀
When driving on long or steep downhill
stretches, use the gear in which the least brak‐
ing is required. Otherwise the brake system
can overheat and braking action is reduced.
Manual gearbox:
The braking effect can be additionally in‐
creased by shifting down, even into first gear, if
applicable.
M double clutch transmission:
The braking action of the engine can be boos‐
ted further by shifting down in sequential
mode, see page 75.
Corrosion of the brake disc Corrosion of the brake discs and contamina‐
tion of the brake pads increase with the
following circumstances:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
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Replacement fuse 200
Replacement of parts 193
Replacement of wheels/ tyres 177
Replacing bulbs 193
Replacing bulbs, front 194
Replacing bulbs, LED head‐ lights 195
Replacing parts 193
Replacing the battery, vehicle battery 199
Replacing the battery, vehicle remote control 33
Replacing wiper blades 193
RES button, see Cruise Con‐ trol 129
Reserve warning, see Range 85
Reset, Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM 107
Restraint systems for chil‐ dren 58
Retreaded tyres 177
Reuse 192
Reversing light 196
Revolution counter 84
Right-hand traffic, light set‐ ting 102
Rim cleaner 210
Roller sunblinds 45
RON petrol grade 174
Roof load 215
Roof rack 167
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 206
RPA runflat indicator 109
Rubber parts, care 210
Runflat indicator RPA 109
Running in 162
Running in brake discs 162
Running in brake pads 162
S
Safe seated position 48 Safety package, see Active
Protection 120
Safety systems, airbags 104
Saving fuel 168
Saving settings for seat, mir‐ ror 54
Screen, see Control Dis‐ play 16
Screwdriver, see On-board toolkit 193
Screw thread, see Thread for towing eye 207
Sealing compound 178
Seat and mirror memory 54
Seat belt reminder for driver's and front passenger's
seat 53
Seat belt reminder for rear seats 53
Seat belts 52
Seat belts, care 211
Seat heating, front 50
Seats 48
Securing load 166
Selection list in the instru‐ ment cluster 90
Selector lever 74
Selector lever position 74
Sensors, care 211
Sequential mode 75
Service history 88
Service requirement, dis‐ play 87
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 191
Services, ConnectedDrive 6
Servotronic 127
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 41
Settings, M Drive 123
Settings on the control dis‐ play 93
Settings, seats/head re‐ straints 48
Shift Lights 96 Shift point indicator 88
Side airbags 104
Side lights 98
Side View 136
Signals on unlocking 42
Sliding/tilting roof 45
Smallest turning circle 214
Snow chains 181
Socket 150
Socket in rear passenger compartment 150
Socket, on-board diagnosis, OBD 192
SOS button 202
Sound 6
Spanner, see On-board tool‐ kit 193
Spare fuse 200
Special equipment, standard equipment 7
Special ID, remote control 33
Specified engine oil grades 187
Speed, displaying maxi‐ mum 88
Speed Limit Device, see Man‐ ual Speed Limiter 119
Speed limiter, manual 119
Speed Limit Information 88
Speed Limit Information, on- board computer 92
Speed limit, see Manual Speed Limiter 119
Speed warning 92
Split-screen 22
Split-screen view, split- screen 22
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, power display 92
Stability control systems 123
Standard view, Head-Up Dis‐ play 95
Start/stop button 65
Start function with malfunc‐ tion 33
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