How to change rear brake pads on RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_) – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

- 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.
- Step 1
Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 4
Raise the car.
AUTODOC recommends:If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_)
- 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 combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9

Remove the brake caliper.
Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_). AUTODOC experts 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.
- Step 10

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_). AUTODOC recommends:Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
- Step 11

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
- Step 12

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 – RENAULT CLIO Grandtour (KR0/1_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
- Step 13

Install new brake pads.
- Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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