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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA YETI (5L) 1.6 TDI, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.6, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.2 TSI, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.4 TSI, SKODA YETI (5L) 1.4 TSI 4x4, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI, SKODA YETI (5L) 2.0 TDI 4x4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease
                    
                      HEX bit no.H7.
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). 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 YETI (5L). Recommended sequence of 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 #17.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA YETI (5L)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). 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 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 13

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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 – SKODA YETI (5L). Tip:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 18

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 19

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper retaining spring.
Step 21

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. SKODA YETI (5L)
Step 24

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 25

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 26

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 27

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
SKODA YETI (5L) – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.
Step 28

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – SKODA YETI (5L). AUTODOC recommends:
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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