2011 BMW E90 Brake Rotor Size and Wear-Limit Chart
2011 BMW E90 Brake Rotor Size and Wear-Limit Chart with application table, generation boundaries, verification steps, cautions and official manufacturer lookup.
BMW's 2011 E90 technical data lists several front and rear rotor sizes because engine, transmission and equipment change the brake package. The correct disc must be assigned by VIN and the BMW Electronic Parts Catalogue, not by '328i' or wheel diameter alone.
BMW's 2011 E90 technical data lists several front and rear rotor sizes because engine, transmission and equipment change the brake package. The correct disc must be assigned by VIN and the BMW Electronic Parts Catalogue, not by '328i' or wheel diameter alone.
This chart is scoped to the cited 2011 E90 service data. It summarizes published E90 combinations and inspection rules; it does not assert that every listed rotor fits the covered N52K sedan.
Interactive 2011 E90 3 Series specification guide
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Use this visual as an orientation aid. The exact VIN, engine, trim and manufacturer document control the specification.
Bmw 3 Series Brake Rotor Size Chart
| APPLICATION / ITEM | SPECIFICATION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Published front combinations | 292–360 mm diameter | 22–30 mm nominal thickness; option dependent |
| Published rear combinations | 296–350 mm diameter | 10–24 mm nominal thickness; option dependent |
| Ordinary-disc GI reference | Nominal minus 2.4 mm | Stamped MIN TH still controls |
| Fitment authority | VIN + BMW ETK | Engine/equipment dependent |
BMW requires new discs in axle pairs and new pads with replacement discs. Minimum thickness is stamped on the disc body; general inspection uses nominal thickness minus 2.4 mm for ordinary discs, while perforated/M applications follow a different 1.6-mm rule.
Why the E90 table contains several rotor diameters
BMW states that engine, transmission and equipment specification can change the installed discs. Its E90 table therefore spans front combinations from 292 x 22 mm through 360 x 30 mm and rear combinations from 296 x 10 mm through 350 x 24 mm.
Those are catalog possibilities, not a shopping list for one 328i. Assign the disc by VIN and ETK, then match diameter, nominal thickness, venting, hat geometry and any left/right construction. Wheel diameter cannot identify the brake option reliably.
Minimum thickness and replacement rules
For ordinary discs in general inspection, BMW describes a nominal-thickness-minus-2.4-mm reference; M/perforated discs use a different 1.6-mm rule. The minimum stamped on the disc remains the direct check for the installed part.
Measure at several points away from the wear lip. BMW directs disc replacement in axle pairs and requires new pads with new discs. Clean hub contact surfaces carefully because corrosion or debris can create lateral runout even with a dimensionally correct new rotor.
Application boundaries for 2011 E90 3 Series
This chart is scoped to the cited 2011 E90 service data. It summarizes published E90 combinations and inspection rules; it does not assert that every listed rotor fits the covered N52K sedan.
BMW requires new discs in axle pairs and new pads with replacement discs. Minimum thickness is stamped on the disc body; general inspection uses nominal thickness minus 2.4 mm for ordinary discs, while perforated/M applications follow a different 1.6-mm rule.
BMW 2011 E90 3 Series specifications can change by model year, engine, platform, wheel, and installed component. Confirm the VIN or engine identity, part numbers, fastener condition, and the current manufacturer instructions before service.
Procedures used with this specification
These steps are the same for every vehicle in this family, so they are documented once rather than repeated on each page. The values above remain specific to this BMW 2011 E90 3 Series.
2011 BMW E90 Brake Rotor Size and Wear-Limit Chart FAQs
What size brake rotors fit a 2011 BMW E90?+
BMW lists multiple front and rear combinations; the correct one must be selected by VIN and ETK rather than model badge alone.
What front sizes appear in the E90 table?+
Published combinations span 292–360 mm diameter and 22–30 mm nominal thickness, depending on equipment.
What rear sizes appear in the table?+
Published combinations span 296–350 mm diameter and 10–24 mm nominal thickness.
Can new pads be installed on a rotor at minimum thickness?+
Follow BMW's exact minimum-thickness rule and installed-disc stamping; the cited procedure requires adequate thickness for the life of another pad set and pairs new discs with new pads.
Technical sources
TorqueSheet favors engine- and component-specific manufacturer instructions over unsourced universal values.
1BMW Driver's GuideOfficial BMW VIN-based owner information.↗