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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.5 CRDi, KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.5 CRDi, KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.5 CRDi, KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.4, KIA SORENTO I (JC) 3.5 V6 4WD, KIA SORENTO I (JC) 3.3 V6 4WD … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease
                    
                      Drive socket # 14
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #21
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

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 – KIA Sorento JC – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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 #21.
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. KIA Sorento JC
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 drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 10

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. Tip:
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 12

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 13

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

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 15

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 16

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 18

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 19

Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 20

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 21

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. KIA Sorento JC
Step 24

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 25

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 26

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. Professionals recommend:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 27

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – KIA Sorento JC. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.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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