When to replace the Brake Discs on your OPEL CORSA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Corsa A Van (S83) 1.0 (F08, W5L), OPEL Corsa A Van (S83) 1.2 (F08, W5L), OPEL Corsa A Van (S83) 1.2 (F08, W5L), OPEL Corsa A Van (S83) 1.5 D (F08, W5L), OPEL Corsa A Van (S83) 1.2 (F08, W5L) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: brake discs – OPEL CORSA A Box. Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H7
HEX bit No.H10
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car OPEL CORSA A Box 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 – OPEL CORSA A Box – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 5
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – OPEL CORSA A Box. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL CORSA A Box
  3. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 8
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 10
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – OPEL CORSA A Box. 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.
  9. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 15
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use HEX No.H10. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  13. Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use an impact screwdriver.
  14. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc.
    Replacement: brake discs – OPEL CORSA A Box. Tip from AUTODOC:
    If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
  15. Step 19
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
  16. Step 20
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    Install the brake disc.
  17. Step 21
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    Screw in the brake disc fastener. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  18. Step 22
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
  19. Step 23
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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 – OPEL CORSA A Box. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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