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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F) 1.6 i, VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F) 1.6 i, VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F) 1.4 i … 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

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Brake disc

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). 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

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AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the brake disks on the car VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F) 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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 4

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 5

Raise the car.

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). 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

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F)
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). 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.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.
Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 15

Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use HEX No.H10. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
Step 16

Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 17

Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use an impact screwdriver.
Step 18

Remove the brake disc.

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). Tip from AUTODOC:
If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
Step 19

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
Step 20

Install the brake disc.
Step 21

Screw in the brake disc fastener. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 22

Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
Step 23

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 24

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 25

Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use HEX No.H10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 95 Nm torque.
Step 26

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

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 27

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 28

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 29

Install the brake pads.
Step 30

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 31

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 32

Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 33

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush.
Step 34

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
Step 35

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 36

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F)
Step 37

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 38

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 110 Nm torque.
Step 39

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk III (F). AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 40

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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