When to replace the Brake Discs on your FORD FOCUS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.4 16V, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.6 16V, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.8 16V, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 2.0 16V, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.8 Turbo DI / TDDi, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.8 DI / TDDi, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.8 TDCi, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.6 16V Flexifuel, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.6, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.4 16V, FORD FOCUS (DAW, DBW) 1.8 16V BiFuel View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs on FORD FOCUS (DAW) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for FOCUS (DAW, DBW) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus DAW. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus DAW. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Ford Focus DAW 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 – Ford Focus DAW. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Ford Focus DAW
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus DAW. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Pull aside the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus DAW. Tip:
    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.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  13. Step 14
    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 15
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    Remove the brake disc.
  14. Step 16
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  15. Step 17
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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 Focus DAW. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove anti-corrosion grease from the new brake disk. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  17. Step 19
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    Install the brake disc.
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