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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 (BKEP), MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 1.6 DI Turbo (BK12Y), MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0, MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 MZR-CD (BK12) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs and front brake pads on MAZDA 3 BK TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 3 Saloon (BK) and other MAZDA models

Brake pad set

        Brake pad set for MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 (BKEP) Petrol (150 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 1.6 DI Turbo (BK12Y) Diesel (109 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 MZR-CD (BK12) Diesel (143 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 Petrol (141 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. Tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Brake caliper guide pins grease
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        HEX bit no.H7.
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #19
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Round-nose pliers
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. 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.
Please note: all work on the car – Mazda 3 BK – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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 #19.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mazda 3 BK
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 8

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9

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

Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.

Step 12

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Step 13

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. Tip from AUTODOC:
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.
Step 14

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. Professionals recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 15

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 16

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 18

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 19

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 21

Clean the brake caliper guide pins.

Step 22

Treat the brake caliper guide pins. Use the brake caliper guide pin grease.
Step 23

Screw in the guide pins.

Step 24

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 25

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 26

Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use round-nose pliers. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 27

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 28

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 29

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Mazda 3 BK
Step 30

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 31

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 118 nm torque.
Step 32

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 33

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Mazda 3 BK. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.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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