How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 2.2 HDI Peugeot 406 Coupe
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When to replace the Brake Pads on your PEUGEOT 406
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 3.0 V6, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 3.0 24V, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 2.0 16V, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 2.2, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 2.2 HDI, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 2.0 16V, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 3.0 V6, PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) 3.0 V6 24V … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Anti-squeal paste
Wheel impact socket #19
Torque wrench
Round-nose pliers
Hammer
Pin punch
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • 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 – PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C) – should be done with the engine switched off.
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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C)
  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 round-nose pliers.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the brake pads retaining clips. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  7. Step 9
    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar. Use a pin punch.
    Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C). Professionals recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  8. Step 11
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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 406 Coupe (8C). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  9. Step 12
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – PEUGEOT 406 Coupe (8C). AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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