When to replace the Brake Discs on your SKODA FABIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.9 SDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 2.0, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.2, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs / front brake rotors on SKODA FABIA 1 (6Y5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Fabia I Combi (6Y5) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Fender cover
Replacement: brake discs – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Professionals recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Skoda Fabia 6Y5 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 – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  4. Step 4
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 6
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Skoda Fabia 6Y5
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. 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.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. Step 16
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  17. Step 17
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    Install the brake disc.
  18. Step 18
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
  19. Step 19
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use WD-40 spray.
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