When to replace the Brake Discs on your CITROËN XSARA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 19
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Rubber mallet
Round-nose pliers
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
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  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the brake pad retaining pin. Use round-nose pliers.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the retainer of the brake pads. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. Step 18
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  17. Step 19
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  18. Step 20
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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