When to replace the Brake Pads on your PEUGEOT 306
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 2.0 HDI 90, PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 2.0, PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 1.8 16V, PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 2.0 S16, PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 2.0 S16, PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5) 2.0 ST View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Anti-squeal paste
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Rubber mallet
Round-nose pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). AUTODOC experts 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.
  • Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). Use the following procedure:
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 #19.
  3. 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 – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the brake pad retaining pin. Use round-nose pliers.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the retainer of the brake pads. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 12
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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 – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  11. Step 13
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 306 (7B, N3, N5). Tip:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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