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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.4, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM0F, LM0T, LM2B), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM1E), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 16V (LM1R, LM0C), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM16), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2.0 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads RENAULT MEGANE 2 (LM) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) and other RENAULT models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Combination spanner №15
                    
                      Drive socket # 13 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. AUTODOC recommends:

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 – Renault Megane 2. Use the following procedure:

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 #19.
Step 4

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Renault Megane 2
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

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

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. 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 11

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Treat the brake caliper bracket where it contacts the brake pads. Use anti-squeal paste.
Step 14

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 15

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 16

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 17

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 19

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Renault Megane 2
Step 20

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 21

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 Nm torque.
Step 22

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 23

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Renault Megane 2. AUTODOC recommends:
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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