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Quieting BMW Brake Tick

Feb. 3, 2023

If a ticking noise is heard from the front wheel(s) while cornering without brake application at low speeds, microscopic movement of the contact interface between the inner brake disc and the wheel-bearing flange may be occurring (on vehicles equipped with lightweight disc brakes). Refer to the photo that shows an example of a lightweight disc.

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Mike Mavrigian

Example of brake disc types. The lightweight style is seen on right.

After removing the brake disc, clean the wheel bearing flange and disc hat mating surfaces and install the friction ring.
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Remove both front brake discs and install a friction ring between the brake disc and the wheel bearing flange. Simple fix.

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Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

Information for Technical Service Bulletins comes from ProDemand, Mitchell 1's auto repair information software for domestic and import vehicles. Headquartered in San Diego, Mitchell 1 has provided quality repair information solutions to the automotive industry since 1918.

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Mike Mavrigian | Motor Age Editor

Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.