When to replace the Brake Calipers on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 LPG, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 16V 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 FSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 16V, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 FSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 FSI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.9 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 16V, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 MultiFuel, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tools you need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #10
HEX bit no.H7.
Drive socket # 11
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake hose clip
Fluid container
Brake bleeder kit
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Take the following 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
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
    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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. 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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    Remove the retaining spring of the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the brake pads.
  16. Step 17
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    Install the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.
  17. Step 18
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
  18. Step 19
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    Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the retaining spring of the brake pads.
  20. Step 21
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    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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