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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V Turbo, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 Flex, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V Turbo, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V VTi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V VTi … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads on PEUGEOT 207 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 207 (WA_, WC_) and other PEUGEOT models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tools you might need:

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

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Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 207 hatchback. 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 – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Recommended sequence of 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 – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tip:
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 combination spanner #13.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 207 hatchback. 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 11

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

AUTODOC recommends:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

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

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

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 14

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 15

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

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 16

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 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.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Peugeot 207 hatchback
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 wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 100 Nm torque.
Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 24

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
Peugeot 207 hatchback – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.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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