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How to change front brake pads on PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 PureTech, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.5 BlueHDI, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 PureTech, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.6 HDI (UB9HPA), PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.6 VTi (UWNFPW, UWNFJW), PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 VTi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 PureTech, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.5 BlueHDI, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 PureTech, PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.6 HDI (UB9HPA), PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.6 VTi (UWNFPW, UWNFJW), PEUGEOT 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) 1.2 VTi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 208 II Hatchback (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) and other PEUGEOT models
Brake pad set
Alternative products

Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- 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 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
- Step 2Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 3Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 4Raise the car.Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). Tip:If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.Step 5Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_)
- Step 6Remove the wheel.
- Step 7Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 8Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
- Step 9Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
- Step 10Remove the fastening bolts.
- Step 11Remove the brake caliper.Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). 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.
- Step 12Remove the brake pads.Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). Tip from AUTODOC:Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
- Step 13Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 208 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). 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 14Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
- Step 15Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
- Step 16Treat 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 II Schrägheck (UB_, UP_, UW_, UJ_). Tip from AUTODOC:Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
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