Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 208 I Hatchback (CA_, CC_) 1.2, PEUGEOT 2008 Estate (CU_) 1.2 VTi

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads / front brake pad set on PEUGEOT 208 1 (CA_,CC_) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. Tools you might need:

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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 208 I Hatchback (CA_, CC_) and other PEUGEOT models

PEUGEOT 208 I Hatchback (CA_, CC_) 1.2

PEUGEOT 2008 Estate (CU_) 1.2 VTi

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. 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 – Peugeot 208 1 – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 4

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 5

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 6

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 7

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Peugeot 208 1
Step 8

Remove the wheel.
Step 9

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use a combination spanner #13.
Step 11

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. 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.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. Professionals recommend:

Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Press in the brake caliper piston.Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 16

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

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. AUTODOC experts recommend:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 17

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. Tip from AUTODOC:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 18

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. AUTODOC recommends:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper and fix it.Use a combination spanner #13.Use a drive socket #13.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 20

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 21

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. AUTODOC experts recommend:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 23

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 24

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 110 Nm torque.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 25

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 26

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 27

Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:

Peugeot 208 1 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.
Step 28

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 208 1. Tip from AUTODOC:

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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