Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.2 JTS, ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.2 JTS (939.DXB11), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 2.2 JTS, ALFA ROMEO SPIDER (939) 2.2 JTS

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. 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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 159 Sportwagon (939) and other ALFA ROMEO models

 
    ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) 2.2 JTS
  
    ALFA ROMEO Brera (939_) 2.2 JTS (939.DXB11)
  
    ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 2.2 JTS
  
    ALFA ROMEO SPIDER (939) 2.2 JTS

Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon
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 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. 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.

Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

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

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 21

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon. 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 Sportwagon – 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 Sportwagon. 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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