Land Rover Discovery: Front Disc Brake Brake Pads (G1785103) / Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

WARNING:

Brake pads must be renewed in axle sets only. Failure to follow this instruction may result in braking efficiency being impaired.

NOTES:

• Left illustration shown, right is similar.
• Some variation in the illustrations may occur but the essential information is always correct.

WARNING:

Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.

Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

CAUTION:

Do not allow the brake caliper to hang on the brake hose.

Tie aside.

INSTALLATION

WARNING:

Do not use compressed air to clean brake components. Dust from friction materials can be harmful if inhaled.

CAUTION:

Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material and that no grease is applied to the brake pad guides.

Clean the brake caliper housing and anchor plate using brake cleaning fluid.

2. Inspect the caliper piston and slide pin seals for damage.

CAUTION:

Make sure that the brake hose is not twisted and is correctly located.

Torque: 58 Nm

Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

Repeat the above procedure for the other side.

Depress the brake pedal several times, check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir and top-up with brake fluid if necessary.

Front disc brake specifications

General specifications

Torque Specifications

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