When to replace the Brake Pads on your SKODA FABIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.9 SDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 2.0, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.2, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.4 16V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads / front brake pad set on SKODA FABIA 1 (6Y5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Fabia I Combi (6Y5) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. 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 – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  4. Step 4
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 6
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. 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.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  14. Step 14
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 15
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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