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Alfa Romeo Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual (2005-2010)13 · Brakes
13 · Brakes

Front brake pads - replace

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2010
Section
Disc brakes › Front brake pads - replace
BrakesFront brake pads - replace

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

Operation 3310A60 · FRONT DISC BRAKES

2.2 JTS

Removing

- Position the vehicle on a lift.

- Make sure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the battery terminal (-).

DescriptionConnector
BatterySee A001 BATTERY

Op. 4450B12 FRONT WHEELS (TWO) - R+R

1. Disconnect the electrical connection for the brake pad wear sensor and release the wiring from the fastenings.

DescriptionConnector
1Left brake pad wear sensor (switch)See K020 LEFT BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR (SWITCH)

There is no brake pad wear sensor on the right front caliper.

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

1. Remove the brake caliper traction spring.

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

1. Remove the plugs (1a) and undo the brake caliper fixing bolts (1b).

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

1. Move the brake caliper out of its housing and remove the front brake pads.

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

Refitting

- Push the brake caliper piston into its housing using a suitable tool.

The level of the brake fluid in the reservoir will increase; if necessary, draw off any excess fluid using a suitable tool.

- Grease the brake caliper and bracket in the areas of the pad support surfaces.

- Place the front brake pads in their housings.

- Place the brake caliper in its housing.

1. Tighten the bolts (1a) fixing the brake caliper to the recommended torque and fit the plugs (1b).

ComponentFasteningdiaValue (daNm)Validity
Front brake calipersBoltM8(bracket side) 2.5 - 3.0

1.9 JTS

2.2 JTS

3.2 JTS

1.9 JTD 8V

1.9 JTD 16V

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

- Refit the brake caliper traction spring in its seat.

- Connect the electrical connection for the brake pad wear sensor and fasten the electrical wiring.

Op. 0010T64 BRAKE AND/OR CLUTCH FLUID CHECK LEVEL AND TOP UP AS NECESSARY

Op. 4450B12 FRONT WHEELS (TWO) - R+R

- Connect the negative battery terminal.

- Remove the vehicle from the lift.

2.4 JTD 20v, 3.2 JTS

Removing

FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE
FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE

Refitting

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