How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.9 TDI Seat Leon 1m1
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your SEAT LEON
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 20V, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.4 16V, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 20V T, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 SDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 20V T 4, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6 16 V, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake discs on SEAT LEON 1M1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Leon Hatchback (1M1) and other SEAT models
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Replacement: brake discs – Seat Leon 1M1. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 13
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
HEX bit No.H8
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Hammer
Phillips screwdriver
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – Seat Leon 1M1. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Seat Leon 1M1 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  3. Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  4. Step 5
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – Seat Leon 1M1. Tip:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Seat Leon 1M1
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use HEX No.H8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the brake caliper bracket.
  16. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use an impact screwdriver. Use a hammer.
  18. Step 19
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  19. Step 20
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    Remove the brake disc.
  20. Step 21
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    Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush.
  21. Step 22
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  22. Step 23
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    Install a new brake disc.
  23. Step 24
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  24. Step 25
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    Tighten the brake disc fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
  25. Step 26
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake discs – Seat Leon 1M1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
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