When to replace the Brake Discs on your ALFA ROMEO 159
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 2.0 JTDM (939BXQ1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.9 JTS (939BXA1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.9 JTDM 8V (939BXE1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.9 JTDM 16V (939BXC1B, 939BXC12), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.9 JTDM 16V (939BXC1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.9 JTDM 8V (939AXH1B, 939BXH1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.8 MPI (939BXL1A), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 1.8 TBi (939BXN1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 2.0 JTDM (939BXP1B), ALFA ROMEO 159 Sportwagon (939) 2.0 JTDM (939BXR1B) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs on ALFA ROMEO 159 (939) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for 159 Sportwagon (939) and other ALFA ROMEO models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit No.H4.
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 8
    Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
    Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 10
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 12
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. 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.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the brake pads.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  16. Step 18
    How to change Brake Discs on Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2006 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H4. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 19
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    Remove the brake disc.
  18. Step 20
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  19. Step 21
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    Install the brake disc.
  20. Step 22
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H4. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
    Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    You might need other tools.
  21. Step 23
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    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  22. Step 24
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake discs – Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. Professionals recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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