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How to change front brake discs on CITROËN Xsara Box Body / Hatchback (N3_) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your CITROËN XSARA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN Xsara Box Body / Hatchback (N3_) 1.4, CITROËN Xsara Box Body / Hatchback (N3_) 1.4 LPG, CITROËN Xsara Box Body / Hatchback (N3_) 2.0 HDi … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA Box Body / Hatchback. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Drive socket # 13
Torx bit T30
Torx bit T55
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA Box Body / Hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car CITROËN XSARA Box Body / Hatchback 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 XSARA Box Body / Hatchback. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 4
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 6
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA Box Body / Hatchback. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13.
  8. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA Box Body / Hatchback. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 15
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use Torx T55. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  16. Step 19
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    Remove the brake disc. Use a rubber mallet.
  17. Step 20
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  18. Step 21
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 22
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 Nm torque.
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