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

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5) 2.0 S16 … 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 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5) and other PEUGEOT models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      High-temperature ceramic grease
                    
                      Combination spanner #13
                    
                      Combination spanner #17
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). 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 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Take the following 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 #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. PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5)
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 fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #17.
Step 9

Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 10

Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug.
Step 11

Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor wire.

Step 12

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 13

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Professionals 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 14

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). AUTODOC recommends:
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.
Step 16

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 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Professionals recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Tip:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 18

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 19

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 21

Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 22

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 23

Connect the brake pad wear sensor wire.

Step 24

Connect the brake pad wear sensor plug.
Step 25

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
Step 26

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 27

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5)
Step 28

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 29

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 90 nm torque.
Step 30

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 31

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 Hatchback (7A, 7C, N3, N5). Tip from AUTODOC:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.

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