How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.7 21 K48
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How to change front brake discs on RENAULT 21 Van – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your RENAULT 21
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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Replacement: brake discs – RENAULT 21 Box (S48_). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torx bit T30
Impact socket №18
Wheel impact socket #19
Tap wrench
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – RENAULT 21 Box (S48_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car RENAULT 21 Box (S48_) 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 – RENAULT 21 Box (S48_). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. 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 – RENAULT 21 Box (S48_). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper together with its bracket.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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 11
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake disc.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  12. Step 14
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    Install the new brake disc on the hub and tighten the screws.
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