Published: 11-May-2011

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 206-03

Front Disc Brake

Brake Pads - Vehicles With: Brembo Brakes (G411091)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
  • 70.40.02
  • Front Brake Pads - Renew
  • Without Brembo
  • 0.50
  • USED WITHINS
  • 70.40.03
  • Rear Brake Pads - Renew
  • All Derivatives
  • 0.60
  • USED WITHINS
  • 70.40.02.36
  • Front Brake Pads - Renew - Brembo/Sports Brakes Fitted
  • With Brembo
  • 0.60
  • USED WITHINS
Removal
WARNING:

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

  1. WARNING:

    Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the wheels and tires.
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    LH side only: Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator sensor.
      • Release the lead from the clips.
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    Remove the brake pads.
      • Remove the 2 retaining pins.
      • Remove the anti-rattle spring.
      • Withdraw the brake pads.
  5. Repeat the above procedure for the other side.
Installation
  1. WARNING:

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

    Clean the components.
  2. Inspect the caliper piston seals for damage.
  3. Position a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid. Connect the bleed tube to the bleed screw and loosen the screw.
  4. Press the pistons into the caliper housing.
      • Tighten the bleed screw to 19 Nm (14 lb.ft).
  5. Repeat the above process for the other 2 pistons.
  6. Disconnect the bleed tube and remove the jar.
  7. Install the brake pads.
      • Position the anti-rattle spring.
      • Install the pins, making sure the pin collets are fully engaged in the caliper.
  8. LH side only: Connect the brake pad wear indicator sensor.
      • Secure the lead in the clips.
  9. Repeat the above procedure for the other side.
  10. Install the wheels and tires.
      • Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).
  11. Depress the brake pedal several times, check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir and top-up with brake fluid if necessary.