When to replace the Brake Discs on your FORD FIESTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 LPG, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 LPG, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 ST, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 Sport, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 ST200, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #12
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 15
Wheel impact socket #19
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Ford Fiesta JA8 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Ford Fiesta JA8 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 #19.
  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 discs – Ford Fiesta JA8. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12.
  9. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Fiesta JA8. 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.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #15. Use a tap wrench.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. Step 16
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  17. Step 17
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    Install the brake disc.
  18. Step 18
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Fiesta JA8. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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