When to replace the Brake Pads on your ALFA ROMEO BRERA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 1.8 TBi (939DXN1B), ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.4 JTDM 20V (939DXD1B, 939DXM1B), ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.4 JTDM 20V (939DXD1B, 939DXD12), ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 3.2 JTS Q4 (939.DXG22), ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.2 JTS (939.DXB11), ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.0 JTDM (939DXQ1B) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – ALFA ROMEO BRERA.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
    Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
    Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 13
    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. 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 14
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. Professionals recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  11. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  12. Step 16
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  13. Step 17
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO BRERA. Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 18
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    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.
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