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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDI, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDI, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on PEUGEOT 307 (3H) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Combination spanner #15
                    
                      Drive socket # 13 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Pliers 
                    
                      Water pump pliers
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. 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.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. 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.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Release the parking brake cable. Use water pump pliers. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. Professionals 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 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. 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 all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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 – Peugeot 307 SW. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. AUTODOC experts 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 #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 19

Install the parking brake cable into the brake caliper bracket. Use water pump pliers. Use pliers.
Step 20

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 21

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Peugeot 307 SW
Step 23

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 24

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 100 Nm torque.
Step 25

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Peugeot 307 SW. Professionals recommend:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 26

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
Peugeot 307 SW – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.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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