[watabaotnao]

so my car is asking for service. I think its brake service from the googling i've done.

if it is a brake pad replacement, Can i only replace 2 of the pads. I checked all 4 brake pads and the front have very little pads left(around 2mm?) while the rears are still pretty thick, around 20mm

is it ok to change just the fronts? or do i have to change all 4 at once. sorry no manual here


but anyway this is the symbol:

[obert]

You are fine to replace just the front if that is all is needed


Also not sure but that symbol is to change the brake fluid or brake pads ?

[BKV122]

That symbol is for brake fluid

[watabaotnao]

oh its brake fluid?
if it's under the maintenance(due date is june 2012 according to my car's memory), is it brake fluid change/flush or break fluid top up?.

i downloaded an e90 service symbols guide but the above attached image was not in the symbol guide

[queensfield]

For E90, the suggested schedule is to change brake fluid once every 2 years, and that symbol is for brake fluid.

[Sherj]

For a second I thought it was some fake tanned guy throwing his hand up in the air, but answering your question its time to change your brake fluid.

[watabaotnao]

anyone know how much brake fluid change costs this days? i told the shop i need brake replacement, looks like i'll be changing that when they open tomorow . i hope it costs less that brake replacement.

[mid-corner fun]

If you're out of warranty take your car to an indy shop and ask them to check the overall condition of your brakes. Then go get a 2nd opinion/estimate from another indy. Come back here with results and we'll provide some useful feedback.

[Tom K.]

Originally Posted by watabaotnao

anyone know how much brake fluid change costs this days? i told the shop i need brake replacement, looks like i'll be changing that when they open tomorow . i hope it costs less that brake replacement.

My dealer charges $150.

And if you need front brakes, there is no need to do the rears until they are worn.

Tom