How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 1.7 CDTi (L69) OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon
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How to change rear brake pads on OPEL Astra Classic Saloon (A04) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your OPEL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra Classic Saloon (A04) 1.7 CDTi (L69), OPEL Astra Classic Saloon (A04) 1.6 (L69), OPEL Astra Classic Saloon (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L69), OPEL Astra Classic Saloon (A04) 1.8 (L69) … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
High-temperature ceramic grease
Anti-squeal paste
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. Professionals 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  8. Step 12
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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 – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 13
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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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  10. Step 14
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. Tip:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
  11. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC Saloon. AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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