Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.0 JTDM (939AXQ1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.9 JTS (939AXA1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.2 JTS (939AXB1B, 939AXB11), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 3.2 JTS Q4 (939AXH1B, 939AXG22), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.9 JTDM 8V (939AXE1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.9 JTDM 16V (939AXC1B, 939AXC12), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.4 JTDM (939AXD12, 939AXD1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.9 JTDM 8V (939AXE1B, 939BXE1B, 939BXH1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.9 JTDM 16V (939AXF1B, 939AXC1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.4 JTDM Q4 (939AXMB2), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.4 JTDM (939AXD), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.8 MPI (939AXL1A), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 3.2 JTS (939AXG2B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 1.8 TBi (939.AXN1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.0 JTDM (939AXP1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.0 JTDM (939AXR1B) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Combination spanner #13
                    
                      Combination spanner #15
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). AUTODOC recommends:

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.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. ALFA ROMEO 159 (939)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
Step 9

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). 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 10

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). Tip from AUTODOC:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 11

Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.

Step 12

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14

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

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Install the retaining springs of the brake pads.
Step 16

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). Professionals recommend:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 18

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 19

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 20

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 21

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 22

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 23

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 24

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 25

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 26

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – ALFA ROMEO 159 (939). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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