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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.4 16V (BM0B, CM0B), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.6 16V (BM0C, CM0C), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0 16V (BM0U, CM0U), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (BM0F, BM0T, BM2B, CM0F, CM0T), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi (BM0G, CM0G), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (BM02, BM13, BM2A, CM02, CM13), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.4 16V, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0 Renault Sport, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0 16V Turbo, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (BM1F, CM1F), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (BM1E, CM1E), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0 dCi (BM1K, CM1K), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (BM16, CM16), RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.6 16V, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.6 Flex-Fuel, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 2.0, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_) 1.6 Bifuel … View more

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Combination spanner #13
                    
                      Combination spanner #15
                    
                      Drive socket # 13
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). 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.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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 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 MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_)
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 MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). 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 MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). 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 MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). 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 MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). 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.
Step 15

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 16

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 17

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 18

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

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_)
Step 21

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 22

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 90 Nm torque.
Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 24

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – RENAULT MEGANE II (BM0/1_, CM0/1_). Tip from AUTODOC:
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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