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How to change front brake discs on VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 16V, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 ECOTEC, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 16V, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 ECOTEC, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.0 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI, VAUXHALL Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Vivaro Platform / Chassis (X83) and other VAUXHALL models
Alternative products
Brake disc
Wire brush
Nylon brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
13 mm socket
18 mm socket
T40 Torx bit
19 mm wheel impact socket
Ratchet wrench or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
Tommy bar
Mounting lever
Brake caliper wind back tool
Car lift or jack with jack stands, and wheel chocks
Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). Professionals recommend:
- Replace the brake discs and pads in axle sets, regardless of their condition. This will ensure even braking.
- The procedure for replacing the brake discs and pads is identical for both sides of the same axle.
- All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Open the bonnet.Step 2
Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap. - Step 3
Secure the wheels with chocks. - Step 4
Loosen the wheel fasteners. Use a 19 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar. - Step 5Raise the vehicle.Warning!If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.Step 6
Unscrew the wheel fasteners.Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the fasteners. - Step 7
Remove the wheel. - Step 8
Spread the brake pads apart. Use a mounting lever. - Step 9
Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 10
Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a 13 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
Remove the fastening bolts. - Step 12
Remove the brake caliper.AUTODOC expert recommendation:Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting it from the brake hose to avoid opening the brake line.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging from the brake hose.Do not press the brake pedal after the caliper has been removed. This may cause the piston to fall out of the caliper bore resulting in the brake fluid leakage and air entering the system. - 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 brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use an 18 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 16
Remove the fastening bolts. - Step 17
Remove the brake caliper bracket. - Step 18Clean the brake disc screw. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.Step 19
Unscrew the brake disc screw. Use a T40 Torx bit. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 20
Remove the screw. - Step 21
Remove the brake disc. - Step 22
Clean the wheel hub surface that is in contact with the brake disc. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray. - Step 23
Treat the wheel hub surface that is in contact with the brake disc. Use ceramic grease. - Step 24
Clean the brake caliper bracket and check its condition. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.Replacement: brake discs – VAUXHALL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). AUTODOC experts recommend:Check the brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace them if necessary. - Step 25
Install a new brake disc. - Step 26
Install the brake disc screw. - Step 27
Tighten the brake disc screw. Use a T40 Torx bit. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 14 N·m.
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