When to replace the Brake Pads on your ALFA ROMEO 147
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 2.0 16V T.SPARK (937.AXA1, 937.AXC1, 937.BXC1), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.6 16V T.SPARK ECO (937.AXA1A, 937.BXA1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD (937.AXD1A, 937.BXD1A, 937.AXV1A, 937.BXB1A,..., ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 3.2 GTA (937.AXL1), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD 16V (937.AXG1B, 937.BXG1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD (937.AXF1A, 937.BXF1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTDM 8V (937.AXD1A, 937.AXU1A, 937.BXU1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTDM 16V (937.AXN1B, 937.BXN1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD 16V (937.AXG1B, 937.BXG1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD 16V (937.AXM1B, 937.AXS1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTDM (937.AXD1A, 937.AXV1A, 937.BXB1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTDM 16V (937.AXN1B, 937.AXZ1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 3.2 GTA (937.AXL1B), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.9 JTD (937AXD1A, 937BXD1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.6 LPG (937BXB1A), ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) 1.6 LPG (937AXA1A) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on ALFA ROMEO 147 (937) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 147 (937) and other ALFA ROMEO models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 147 937. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Nylon cleaning brush
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 147 937. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Alfa Romeo 147 937 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Alfa Romeo 147 937
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Detach the brake hose from the shock strut. Use a crowbar.
  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 fastening. Use a combination spanner #13.
  9. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 147 937. 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.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 147 937. AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 13
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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 – Alfa Romeo 147 937. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 14
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 147 937. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Alfa Romeo 147 937 2002 1.9 JTDM 16V (937.AXN1B, 937.BXN1B) Brake Pads
    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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