Note: Brake discs cannot be reground. If excessive wear is observed, the brake discs must be replaced with new ones.
Removal the brake disc
1. Place the vehicle on a two-post lift.
2. Set the front wheels of the vehicle to the straight-ahead position.
3. Remove the front wheels from the vehicle.
4. If equipped, mark the position of the bushing (1) in the shock absorber base with a marker, then detach the bushing (1) from the shock absorber base.
5. Remove the front brake pads.
6. Remove the caliper bracket with the brake caliper assembly (2).
7. Using wire, hang the brake caliper with the bracket (2) on the suspension spring.
8. Loosen the bolts (3) securing the brake disc.
9. Remove the brake disc from the car.
Installing a brake disc
Caution: Be sure to replace the brake disc mounting bolts with new ones.
1. Clean the brake disc with a cleaning agent.
2. Dry the surface of the brake disc with compressed air.
3. Clean the contact surface of the hub with the brake disc with a wire brush and brake cleaner.
4. Install the brake disc and tighten the new mounting bolts to 21 Nm.
5. Install the brake caliper bracket with the caliper assembly.
6. If equipped, insert the bushing into the holder at the base of the shock absorber, aligning the previously applied marks.
Attention:
To avoid damage to the brake hose:
- do not stretch the hose;
- do not twist the hose;
- make sure the hose does not touch surrounding components.
7. Install the front wheel on the vehicle.
Caution: To avoid emergency situations, after installing the brake components, it is necessary to prepare the brakes by pressing the brake pedal several times.
Note: When replacing the brake discs, it is also necessary to replace the brake pads on both sides of the car. After this, it is not recommended to make emergency braking for the first time while driving the car, so that the brake pads can work in.