Will Changing My Brake Pads Myself Void Warranty?

[diddydowsett]

The title pretty much says it but I have a service light on my dash saying I need to check brake pads, if I did this myself would it effect my warranty in any way?

Also whilst I'm here anyone know if there is a cheaper way of getting iPod control without going to bmw and without buying a new stereo?

Thanks for any help

[G4VHD]

Yes it probably will...but will they know?

[Guest Mister Dabsy]

Not the pads themselves, but maybe changing sensors and a reset will required - so I'm with Gav...

If there are NO warning lights then tell them bugger all ;)

[diddydowsett]

Thanks, there are warning lights but I know how to reset them myself. Is it true that bmw engines have 200000 mile warranty on them? If so surely brake pads wouldn't effect that anyhow, it is out of manufacturers warranty soon anyway.

Hope all this makes sense.

[Guest Mister Dabsy]

Pads not included after initial main servicing, although they will be inspected - classed as "Highly consumables"...

Pad sensors are included though, but depending on warranty whether you get charged or not !

Always read the small-print !

[diddydowsett]

Ok. I'm going to change them myself as the warranty runs out soon anyway as it is coming up for its first mot. Should I get genuine bmw pads or something else I.e. brembo or Bosch?

[Guest Mister Dabsy]

Safety First !

If you can afford good quality ones then do so, but cheaper pads are a decent option if purchased from a reputable source ;)

[diddydowsett]

Are brembo any good? Sorry I know nothing.

[Guest Mister Dabsy]

Brembo are Very good mukka ;)

[diddydowsett]

Thank you for ya help. I'm really appreciate it.