How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.8 TRD Turbo CITROËN BX (XB-_)
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How to change front brake discs on CITROËN BX (XB-_) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your CITROËN BX
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN BX (XB-_). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Torx bit T55
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Impact screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN BX (XB-_). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car CITROËN BX (XB-_) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN BX (XB-_). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN BX (XB-_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
  7. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN BX (XB-_). Professionals recommend:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use Torx T55. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  13. Step 15
    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 16
    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use an impact screwdriver.
    Step 17
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    Remove the brake disc. Use a rubber mallet.
  14. Step 18
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  15. Step 19
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    Install the brake disc.
  16. Step 20
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 Nm torque.
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