'06 X5 E53 brake bleed

[jabstick420]

Ok, now that I've got my axles rebooted, going to install new rotors and pads.

This vehicle has DSC and I haven't found anything definitive regarding brake bleeding procedure.

I will be using a power bleeder and I've got 1L of brake fluid.

Can this be done in a straightforward fashion, or will I be running into problems with the DSC and ABS?

It seems that if air is kept out of the system, a straightforward power bleed should work fine. Correct?

I've read posts where folks introduced air into the system and it became a headache to fix.

any words of advice would be appreciated.

thx

[jsoto]

jabstick -

I've always done the air assisted FOLLOWED up by 2 man old fashioned pedal. IMO, it always seems to produce better results with the pedal bleed.

Re: ABS. No issues in either method. I HAVE brought it to my Indy 2X since ownership to have him utilize the autologic to have him bleed the system engaging the ABS

[Joshdub]

[StephenVA]

Easy
Suck all the brake fluid out of the master before starting off, replace with fresh fluid. Bleeding sequence:
RR, LR, RF, LF
Check the master cyl reservoir between each tire. Smack the caliper with a rubber mallet to ensure all the air comes out. Afterwards Pedal bleed in the correct sequence, top off the fluid and you are good to go.

Easy 1 hr job. You may need more fluid than you have as there is a lot of old fluid in there that will need to be replaced to run clear. Don't be surprised that the right rear takes FOREVER to run clear.

I would replace the caliper bushings if they are still original. The pins can be cleaned or replaced if there is no wear marks (Clean with a green Scotch Bright pad). Note ATE build our calipers so use their parts and save yourself 60% under BMW sourced bushings.

Helpful? or Hurtful?

[jabstick420]

you sir, are amazing!

[Joshdub]

Good luck! I need to do mine as well