How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 1.6 HDi 90 Citroen DS3 Hatchback
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How to change front brake pads on CITROËN DS3 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your CITROËN DS3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN DS3 1.4 HDi 70 (SA8HP4), CITROËN DS3 1.4 VTi 95, CITROËN DS3 1.6 VTi 120, CITROËN DS3 1.6 HDi 90, CITROËN DS3 1.6 HDi 110, CITROËN DS3 1.6 THP160, CITROËN DS3 1.4 VTi 98, CITROËN DS3 1.2 VTi 82, CITROËN DS3 1.4 VTi 95 LPG, CITROËN DS3 1.6 HDi 115, CITROËN DS3 1.6 HDi 115, CITROËN DS3 1.6 BlueHDi 120, CITROËN DS3 1.6 BlueHDi 100, CITROËN DS3 1.2 THP 110, CITROËN DS3 1.6 THP 165, CITROËN DS3 1.6 BlueHDi 75 … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Wheel impact socket #19
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. Tip:
  • 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 – CITROËN DS3. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN DS3
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
  7. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 12
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 13
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN DS3. Professionals recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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