When to replace the Brake Discs on your FORD KA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD KA (RB_) 1.3 i ROCAM, FORD KA (RB_) 1.0 i, FORD KA (RB_) 1.0 i, FORD KA (RB_) 1.3 i, FORD KA (RB_) 1.3 i, FORD KA (RB_) 1.3 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – FORD KA (RB_). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
HEX bit No.H7.
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – FORD KA (RB_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car FORD KA (RB_) 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 KA (RB_). 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
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – FORD KA (RB_). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  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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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – FORD KA (RB_). 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 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. 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 KA (RB_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  17. Step 18
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  18. Step 19
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the brake caliper bracket.
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