Removing the brake pads


  1. Secure the car and raise the jack to take most of the weight of the car. Use the correct jacking points or you risk damaging the underside of your car.
  2. Loosen the road wheel bolts while there is still enough friction between the wheel and the ground to prevent the wheel spinning.
  3. Raise the car until you have the wheel clear of the ground. Remove the bolts and then remove the wheel.
  4. Locate the 13mm bolts at the back of the caliper holder. It may be easier to work on with the steering turned to full lock.
  5. Using a 15mm spanner to hold the sliding pins still - undo the 13mm bolts using a socket or ring spanner.
  6. With the two 13mm bolts removed the caliper should be free to pull out from the caliper holder. Make sure to support its weight with string or wire otherwise you risk damaging the brake hose.
  7. Check the caliper boot, bleed nipple and brake hoses for signs of damage.
  8. Remove the brake pads by pulling them away from the centre of the disc.
  9. Cleaning the runners on the caliper holder that the pads slide on with a file and wire brush is a good idea.
  10. Examine the sliding pins on the caliper holder for movement. In out movement should be smooth with minimal side-side wobble.
  11. Examine the disc for wear. If possible use a micrometer or estimate from non-worn areas. Replace if below allowed thickness.