How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 1.4 HDi Citroen C3 Mk1
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How to change rear brake pads on CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your CITROËN C3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Pliers
Water pump pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – CITROËN C3 I (FC_).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
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    Clean the fastener of the parking brake cable. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 8
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    Release the parking brake cable. Use water pump pliers. Use pliers. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Professionals 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.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  12. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 16
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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