When to replace the Brake Pads on your ABARTH 500 / 595
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ABARTH 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible 1.4 (312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A) 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 Pads for 500C / 595C / 695C (312_) Convertible and other ABARTH models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). Recommended sequence of steps:
  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 #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). 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.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  10. Step 12
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    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 – ABARTH 500C / 595C (312_). AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  11. Step 13
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    Install new brake pads.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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