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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Fabia I Combi (6Y5) and other SKODA models

Brake Pad Set, disc brake

SKODA Fabia I Combi (6Y5) 1.2

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

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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:

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.

Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tip:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 8

Remove the wheel.
Step 9

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use HEX No.H7.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 12

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.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use WD-40 spray.
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.

Step 17

Treat the brake caliper bracket where it contacts the brake pads.Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tip from AUTODOC:

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

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Professionals recommend:

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

Install the brake caliper and fix it.Use HEX No.H7.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 20

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 21

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a wire brush.Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Skoda Fabia 6Y5
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 120 Nm torque.

Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. AUTODOC recommends:

Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 25

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:

Skoda Fabia 6Y5 – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 26

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 27

Close the hood.
Step 28

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Skoda Fabia 6Y5. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

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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