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 II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.4, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 Ti, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 2.0, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 Flexifuel, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 Flexifuel, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 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 Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus MK2. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #19
Tap wrench
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus MK2. Professionals recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Ford Focus MK2 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 MK2. 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 #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 Focus MK2. 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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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Treat the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #14. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper together with its bracket.
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus MK2. AUTODOC experts 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.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake disc.
    Replacement: brake discs – Ford Focus MK2. Tip:
    If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  13. Step 13
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    Install the brake disc.
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