When to replace the Brake Pads on your FORD FIESTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 LPG, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 ST, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 Sport, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 ST200, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.25, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.25, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 Ti, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.4 LPG, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads / brake pad set on FORD FIESTA JA8 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Combination spanner #12
Drive socket # 12
Wheel impact socket #19
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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 – Ford Fiesta JA8. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood. 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 #19.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12.
  9. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. 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.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 12
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 13
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  14. Step 14
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Ford Fiesta Mk6 2021 1.4 LPG Brake Pads
    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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