When to replace the Brake Pads on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 D View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Torque wrench
Copper grease
Anti-squeal paste
Brake cleaner
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). Take the following steps:
  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 #17.
  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. SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
    Disconnect the ABS sensor electric socket. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug. Remove the ABS sensor connector. Remove the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
    Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 14
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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