Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 Sport, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.6 ST, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.0 EcoBoost … 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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) and other FORD models

Brake disc

        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Petrol (100 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Petrol (125 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Petrol (80 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Diesel (75 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Petrol (182 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) Petrol (140 hp)

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        Drive socket # 13
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #19
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Tap wrench
                      
                        Rubber mallet
                      
                        Water pump pliers
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Hand operated fluid syringe

                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the brake disks on the car FORD FIESTA VI 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.
Please note: all work on the car – FORD FIESTA VI – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. Professionals recommend:
Pump out any excess brake fluid.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 4

Raise the rear 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. FORD FIESTA VI
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Release the parking brake cable. Use water pump pliers.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. 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.
Step 12

Remove the brake pads.
Step 13

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 14

Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a tap wrench.
Step 15

Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 16

Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 17

Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a crowbar.
Step 18

Remove the brake disc.

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. AUTODOC recommends:
If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
Step 19

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 20

Install the brake disc.
Step 21

Screw in the brake disc fastener. Use a crowbar.
Step 22

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 24

Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 55 nm torque.
Step 25

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

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. Professionals recommend:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 26

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 27

Install the brake pads.
Step 28

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 nm torque.
Step 29

Install the parking brake cable into the brake caliper bracket. Use water pump pliers.
Step 30

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 31

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 32

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. FORD FIESTA VI
Step 33

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 34

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 110 Nm torque.
Step 35

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. Tip:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 36

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake discs – FORD FIESTA VI. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.

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