When to replace the Brake Discs on your SEAT ALHAMBRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Alhambra (7V8, 7V9) 2.0 i, SEAT Alhambra (7V8, 7V9) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Alhambra (7V8, 7V9) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Alhambra (7V8, 7V9) 1.8 T 20V, SEAT Alhambra (7V8, 7V9) 1.9 TDI 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 – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 27
HEX bit no.H6
HEX bit no.H7
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Impact screwdriver
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9) 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 – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 4
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  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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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). 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.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #27. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use an impact screwdriver.
  17. Step 19
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 20
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    Remove the brake disc.
  19. Step 21
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  20. Step 22
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  21. Step 23
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    Install the brake disc.
  22. Step 24
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  23. Step 25
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
  24. Step 26
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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 – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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