What does it mean when a strut is blown?

When someone says you have a “blown” shock or strut they’re saying that your shock/strut seals have leaked the internal fluid out that smooths the movement of the tires over bumps. This can cause the tire to not maintain contact with the road.

Where is the parking brake located on a BMW?

The parking brake is a drum system that is integrated into the rear brakes. The rear rotor hub flange acts as the drum and the brake shoes are mounted to the backing plate. You can adjust your parking brake with the wheels raised off ground. You do not have to remove wheels.

What causes rear drum brakes to engage too soon?

If the parking brake system is not de-adjusted properly before the brake shoes are adjusted it will cause the rear brakes to engage too soon. This is especially true of vehicles equipped with duo-servo rear drum brakes (see Figure 61.1).

Why are the hold down Springs on my rear brake so weak?

Hold down springs are designed to keep the brake shoe firmly against the backing plate. If the hold down springs are weak then the shoe could cock causing a binding condition. The replacement of rear shoe hardware should be suggested each time the rear brake shoes are replaced to prevent this from happening.

What causes rear wheel to lock up when braking?

Problem: One or both rear wheels lockup during braking or the rear end of the car squats when braking. Cause: Rear Wheel lockup or squatting has many causes. Here is the list of possible causes: Service and parking brake adjustment. Rear brake hardware. Shoe lands or bosses. GM clip in wheel cylinders. Brake drum condition.

What should I do about my BMW 3 series suspension?

Replace front end control arms due to seized alignment bolts 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD Scheduled maintenance covered under extended warranty. Oil change, filter changes, general inspection of vehicle. The steering pump on this car emits an low, but audible hum and has since I owned it.

What happens when you bleed the brake line on a BMW?

Brake fluid does not compress, while air does. Thus any air in your BMW brake lines will make your brake pedal soft and your braking less efficient. When bleeding the BMW brake system, you should work with the wheel farthest from the ABS pump.

Why is my brake pedal soft on my BMW?

If your BMW brake pedal is soft when you press it, there is a good chance that air is trapped in the brake system. Brake fluid does not compress, while air does.

Can You Bleed the ABS pump on a BMW?

If your BMW brakes continue to feel soft (mushy), the next step would be to bleed the ABS pump, also known as the DSC pump in BMW terms. To do so, you will need to use a BMW scanner to activate the DSC motor and bleed the system.