Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) 1.2 TDI, SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) 1.2, SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) 1.6 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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) and other SEAT models

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Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      HEX bit No.H7.
                    
                      Torx bit T30
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Rubber mallet
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the brake disks on the car SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1) 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 – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
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.
Step 11

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 13

Unscrew the brake disc fastening Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14

Remove the brake disc.

AUTODOC recommends:
If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
Step 15

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 16

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Install the brake disc.
Step 18

Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
Step 19

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 21

Install the brake pads.
Step 22

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
Step 23

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 24

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 25

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 26

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 27

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 28

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 29

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake discs – SEAT IBIZA SPORTCOUPE Box Body / Hatchback (6J1). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 30

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.

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