How to change front brake discs on Opel Astra H Caravan – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.6 LPG (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.4 LPG (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.4 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.4 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.6 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.8 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.8 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.6 (L35),
OPEL Astra H Caravan (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L35)
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front brake discs and front brake pads on OPEL ASTRA H TUTORIAL | AUTODOC
All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Astra H Caravan (A04) and other OPEL models
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. AUTODOC recommends:
Replace the brake disks on the car Opel Astra H Caravan 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 – Opel Astra H Caravan. Use the following procedure:
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 #17.
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. Opel Astra H Caravan
Step 6
Remove the wheel.
Step 7
Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 8
Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9
Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 10
Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 12
Remove the brake caliper.
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. 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.
Step 13
Remove the brake pads.
Step 14
Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 15
Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16
Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 17
Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 18
Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 19
Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 20
Remove the brake disc.
Step 21
Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 22
Install the brake disc.
Step 23
Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
Step 24
Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 25
Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 26
Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
Step 27
Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 100 Nm torque.
Step 28
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 29
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 30
Install the brake pads.
Step 31.1
Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 31.2
Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 32
Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 33
Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver. Use pliers.
Step 34
Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 35
Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 36
Install the wheel.
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 37
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 38
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 nm torque.
Step 39
Remove the jacks and chocks.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 40
Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.
Replacement: brake discs – Opel Astra H Caravan. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
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