When to replace the Brake Discs on your VAUXHALL CORSA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Corsa Mk III (D) Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08), VAUXHALL Corsa Mk III (D) Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08), VAUXHALL Corsa Mk III (D) Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08) 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 Corsa Mk III (D) Hatchback (S07) and other VAUXHALL models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 19
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8) 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8)
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 4
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 6
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8). 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 15
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket
  14. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 19
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    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 20
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  18. Step 21
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 22
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
  20. Step 23
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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 – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk III (D) (L_8). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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