wiggs
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No you can just change the pads  G4 Gone ...but not forgotten
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Bodsy
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You CAN just replace them, but whilst you've got it all up in the air, it doesn't take too much longer to get it adjusted as well Bodsys Brake Bible
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| 17th Jun 2009 10:42 pm |
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Roel
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It is a good idea I think to adjust them if you have the wheels off anyway. It could save you a screamer.
If you go in the mud sometimes Clean the EPB ad the same time. That takes a little longer but you are probably not going to change the pads every week, so better spent a little more time on it. Roel
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| 18th Jun 2009 5:56 am |
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raymocrjd
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Thanks chaps, I'll check the EPB while I'm at it!
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| 18th Jun 2009 8:05 pm |
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Bigboz
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Just been reading up on this very helpful string before I change pads and discs in all 4 corners... tell me, do I need to touch the EPB if I'm just replacing the pads and discs   .... I havent had any problems with the EPB and don't like the sound of it .....
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| 6th Jul 2009 5:24 pm |
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SJR
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If your changing the rear discs, the EPB will need to be adjusted I believe that every human has a finite number of heart-beats. I don't intend to waste any of mine running around doing exercises.
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| 6th Jul 2009 5:26 pm |
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Bigboz
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cheers..... better read the tips again I suppose
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| 6th Jul 2009 5:29 pm |
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Calcul@tor
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Hi
Can someone please clarify a couple of points:
1 I have a screamer!! I presume the EPB needs adjusting. How can I tell if the pads need replacing - or if it is just an adjustment?
2 Do the discs need to come off? I'm presuming not - but would appreciate clarification.
3 If it is just an adjustment - do I then need to do the bedding in - or is this only if pads replaced?
Many thanks D4 XS MY12 Galway
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| 1st Sep 2009 1:34 pm |
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Bodsy
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1. Yes, SHOULD only need adjusting if you do it early enough after the first scream.
EPB is by drum brake, so have shoes instead of pads. only way to tell if they are worn (or how worn they are) is to remove the rear disks.
If you're on about normal brake pads, then that is easy wince the wheel is removed (but will make no difference to your EPB screamer)
2. Not for adjustment, but yes if you are changing or clearing them out fully
3. If adjusting only, then althouigh I DID do it, I probably wouldn't bother next time (although I suspect they'll be replaced next time, so will.....)
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| 1st Sep 2009 1:43 pm |
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Calcul@tor
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Many thanks for the ultra fast response Bodsy. D4 XS MY12 Galway
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| 1st Sep 2009 2:03 pm |
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tomo
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Hi
My front and rear pads need replacing so I bought some of the interwebs (plus sensor cables) as my local dealer quoted me way too much. I have all the necessary tools and I'm confident I'll be able to do it myself as I've done this before on other cars, but being new to this on the D3 (and forgive the noob question  don't laugh!) I wondered where I should put the axle stands exactly? I just want to make sure I am resting the weight of the car in the right place 
Thanks in advance
tomo '05 (55) TDV6 HSE Auto Zambezi Silver
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| 10th Sep 2009 11:50 am |
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Bodsy
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I put mine under the big chassis rails (mind the suspension compressor though). Bodsys Brake Bible
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| 10th Sep 2009 12:18 pm |
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tomo
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Thanks for the quick reply Bodsy - that's where I figured they should go but just wanted to be sure
Cheers! '05 (55) TDV6 HSE Auto Zambezi Silver
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| 10th Sep 2009 12:29 pm |
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pagoda
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Coming from (much) older cars to this great site, when changing pads, isn't it also necessary to change the brake fluid also or do the brakes not need to be bled?
Having just picked up my D3 I'm keen to do the job but just wanted to check.
Great site, by the way. Looking forward to learning about the car and attending a meet if there are any in the SE.
J
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| 15th Sep 2009 10:01 pm |
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Bodsy
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Only need to change fluid (recommended) at 2 years/45k miles.
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| 15th Sep 2009 10:04 pm |
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