Brakes 1st Gen R53 Most liked posts in thread: Brake fluid

Or Motul 600

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LEYJO4/?coliid=I3I3R3X36DM50Q&colid=1JEWSSABUMWXR&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

 

When I replaced mine, I also had the “Brake Fluid Flush with ABS Cycle” procedure done. This required the MINI to be hooked up to a laptop and the ABS valves cycled and different caliper bled at different times. Lovely BMW system. While this was kinda a pain, I feel it was necessary. The brakes were perfect when finished and I have done 2-3 fluid replacements the old school way since. (But I track my MINI and replace my high temp fluid yearly)

 

Bleeding the ABS unit makes a world of difference and the Foxwell NT510 scanner does a good job. They cost around $150.

 

If you are going to be changing fluid I'd go with ATE amber, same stuff different color.

 

Isn't that how MA was founded?

TYVM. I've put that on my Amazon wish list. I've got a cheapie ODB2 reader that I carry in the boot... this would be a nice upgrade one of these days... maybe once my wallet stops hurting from the clutch / LSD / PS Pump replacement that starts next week.

 

Lee while you are at it might be a good time to install a set of cross drilled brake lines.

http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=39

 

don't forget a vat of elbow grease before you tackle the installation

http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=23

 

Would you please share the make/model of your code reader that works w/ the R53 and has this cycle in it?

 

There is NOTHING like an old fart being difficult on here!

 

While you said you don’t race, letting others know a good high temp fluid that I use.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/wil-290-6209