When to replace the Brake Pads on your FORD FOCUS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.4, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 Ti, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 2.0, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 2.0 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 Flexifuel, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 Flexifuel, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 2.0 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.8 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Copper grease
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. 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 – Ford Focus MK2. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
    Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.
    Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. 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.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 14
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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 – Ford Focus MK2. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 15
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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 – Ford Focus MK2. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  14. Step 16
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. Tip:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
  15. Step 17
    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Ford Focus MK2. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 18
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  16. Step 19
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it.
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