How to change front brake discs on KIA Sorento JC – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 3.8 4WD,
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 3.3 V6 4WD,
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 3.5 V6 4WD,
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.4,
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.5 CRDi,
KIA SORENTO I (JC) 2.5 CRDi
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for SORENTO I (JC) and other KIA models
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. Professionals recommend:
Replace the brake disks on the car KIA Sorento JC in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
Please note: all work on the car – KIA Sorento JC – should be done with the engine switched off.
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 #21.
Step 4
Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. KIA Sorento JC
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 drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 10
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11
Remove the brake caliper.
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. 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.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 12
Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 13
Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 14
Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15
Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 16
Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 17
Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 18
Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 19
Remove the brake disc.
Step 20
Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 21
Install the brake disc.
Step 22
Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 Nm torque.
Step 23
Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 24
Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.
Step 25
Clean the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 26
Treat the brake caliper guide pins. Use the brake caliper guide pin grease.
Step 27
Screw in the guide pins.
Step 28
Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 29
Treat the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a sealant.
Step 30
Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 31
Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 32
Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 75 Nm torque.
Step 33
Install the brake pads.
Step 34
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 35
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 36
Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 37
Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 38
Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 39
Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 40
Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 41
Install the wheel.
AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. KIA Sorento JC
Step 42
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 43
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
Step 44
Remove the jacks and chocks.
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 45
Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.
Replacement: brake discs – KIA Sorento JC. Professionals recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
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