How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 1.6 (L48) Opel Astra L48
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When to replace the Brake Calipers on your OPEL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.4 (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.3 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.6 (L48) … View more

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Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #8
Combination spanner #11
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 11
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Fluid container
Brake bleeder kit
Brake hose clip
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48)
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  8. Step 9
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 14
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    Pull aside the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11.
  15. Step 16
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    Disconnect the brake hose.
  16. Step 17
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one. When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.
  17. Step 18
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    Remove the brake pads.
  18. Step 19
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    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake caliper – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Professionals recommend:
    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.
  20. Step 21
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 22
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    Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 23
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    Snap the brake caliper retaining spring back into place. Use a crowbar.
  23. Step 24
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    Tighten the brake hose fastener. Use a combination spanner #11. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 40 Nm torque.
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