{"id":6524,"date":"2020-11-17T07:17:58","date_gmt":"2020-11-17T07:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?p=6524"},"modified":"2020-11-22T07:28:14","modified_gmt":"2020-11-22T07:28:14","slug":"2016-mini-cooper-rear-brake-pad-replacement-by-launch-x431-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/2016-mini-cooper-rear-brake-pad-replacement-by-launch-x431-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Mini Cooper Rear Brake Pad Replacement by Launch X431 Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"

This post comes with the guide to replace rear brake pad on the 2016 Mini Cooper S F55 using Launch X431 Pro<\/a> V4.0.<\/p>\n

Something to know about brake pads:<\/p>\n

When to replace brake pads?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here are a few common symptoms of worn-out brake pads:<\/p>\n

1.Low brake pad warning light is on: Not all vehicles are equipped with this system, but if yours is, this dashboard indicator light will likely be the first signal it\u2019s time to replace your brake pads.<\/p>\n

2.Brakes start to squeal regularly: This is often one of the first signs of worn brake pads and is caused by a metallic piece built into brake pads for this exact purpose. This part contacts the brake rotor to make a squealing or whining noise when the pads are low.<\/p>\n

3.Brakes make loud grinding noise: If not addressed early enough, your brake pads may get so worn that the metal backing plate of the pad grinds against the metal rotor.<\/p>\n

4.Brake pads look thin: You may be able to visually check your brake pad thickness to determine if they need replacement.<\/p>\n

Can I drive with a brake problem?<\/p>\n

It is not safe to operate any vehicle with a braking problem. If there is any sign that the brakes are not performing as originally intended, the vehicle should immediately be towed and repaired.<\/p>\n

If the brake pads are being replaced as part of routine maintenance, with no symptoms noticed, the vehicle can safely be driven to a repair shop. Also, if the brake wear indicator has begun making noise, the vehicle can be driven to a repair facility, but postponing will result in unsafe driving conditions.<\/p>\n

So how to replace brake pads with Launch X431 Pro?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here will take Mini Cooper S F55 2016 as an example.<\/p>\n

The low brake pad warning light appears on the dashboard and reminds to replace.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>
\n\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Now use Launch X431 V scan tool to diagnose the fault code firstly.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

1.Enter X431 PRO menu<\/p>\n

2.Select \u201cLocal Diagnose\u201d-> \u201cMini\u201d-> \u201cAutomatically Search\u201d<\/p>\n

3.Detect out the related vehicle info<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

4.Select \u201cHealth Report\u201d and read trouble code as below:<\/p>\n

ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System-DSC): 1<\/p>\n

480A12 Brake Pad Wear Sensor: Rear Axle, Replace Brake Pads Permanent<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

5.Then go to change the new brake pads<\/p>\n

* Raise the car on a lift or jacks and jack stands
\n* Remove the wheels
\n* Remove the brake calipers. Brake pad replacement is done in pairs \u2014 both front wheels or both rear wheels at the same time, or all four
\n* Remove and check rotors. Resurface or replace as necessary
\n* Replace worn brake pads with a new set
\n* Replace rotors and calipers
\n* Replace wheels and torque bolts to specifications<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>
\n\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Please kindly notice:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Replacing brake pads on your vehicle is a fairly straightforward procedure, and can be done at home. But because brakes are essential safety equipment, we strongly recommend having a certified repair shop perform this job.<\/p>\n

6.Then clear the maintenance warning with X431 V 8 inch tablet<\/p>\n

7.Select \u201cReset\u201d-> \u201cBrake Reset\u201d-> \u201cMINI\u201d<\/p>\n

8.Switch on ignition<\/p>\n

9.Select \u201cAutomatic Scan\u201d-> \u201cBrake Maintenance\u201d<\/p>\n

Note: If the availability of Brake Pad Being Read Approaches 0%. Replace front and rear brake cable (front and rear brake pad sensors). Otherwise, service may fail.<\/p>\n

10.Read out the VIN, mode, car year and system No.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

11.Select \u201cRear Brake\u201d-> \u201cSoftware Reset\u201d<\/p>\n

12.Read out the rear brake mileage<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

13.Clear all fault codes<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

14.All warnings gone<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

This post comes with the guide to replace rear brake pad on the 2016 Mini Cooper S F55 using Launch X431 Pro V4.0. Something to know about brake pads: When to replace brake pads? Here are a few common symptoms… Continue Reading →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6535,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[5],"tags":[40,84,28,1316,1161,1317,1321,1318,1320,42,41,83,39,1319],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6524"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6524"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6524\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6537,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6524\/revisions\/6537"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6535"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6524"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6524"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6524"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}