Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
ABARTH 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible 1.4 (312.AXF1A, 312.AXF11, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible 1.4 (312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible 1.4 (312.AXD1A) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible and other ABARTH models

Brake pad set

        Brake pad set for 500C / 595C / 695C Convertible (312) Petrol (140 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for 500C / 595C / 695C Convertible (312) Petrol (160 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for 500C / 595C / 695C Convertible (312) Petrol (135 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Drive socket # 13 
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). AUTODOC recommends:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Take the following steps:

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.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Tip from AUTODOC:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). AUTODOC experts 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 11

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Professionals recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14

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

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Tip:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 27 Nm torque.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 19

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 21

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 22

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 98 Nm torque.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Professionals recommend:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 23

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 24

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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