I've a Jan 2012 CFHF lowest power diesel (EA 189) - 103bhp , 4x4.

Can the rear discs be replaced easily without the faff of the higher powered models which involve removal of the calipers. Without jacking it up and trying as I can't remember if I've replaced the discs before (stiff knees syndrome!).

I guess OEM Skoda discs and pads are better than aftermarket ones which can sometimes be iffy, although cheaper.

Any advice appreciated.

To be honest I've not come across any vehicle where you an remove the discs without removal of the caliper.

Yes, you are right of course. I guess I assumed without elaborating, the bigger discs can not be wiggled out from the caliper carrier.

I just want to know if the smaller disc can be maneuvered out from the carrier.

If you do need to remove the caliper carrier, you need a special 12 point socket and a long breaker bar plus the car high enough to be able to swing it. I gave up trying and took it to a specialist, who told me that even they have trouble sometimes.

@Yety knowing what size your rear discs are is a good start.

Either measure, or let me look up for you with reg or VIN.

19 hours ago, Yety said:

I guess OEM Skoda discs and pads are better than aftermarket ones

Debatable.

A lot of recent Skoda models seem to have very poor quality rear discs from the factory, at least in terms of corrosion resistance.

8 hours ago, Breezy_Pete said:

@Yety knowing what size your rear discs are is a good start.

Either measure, or let me look up for you with reg or VIN.

Debatable.

A lot of recent Skoda models seem to have very poor quality rear discs from the factory, at least in terms of corrosion resistance.

Saving time and cold fingers yet again, the easy way is car reg : CK61 ORT.

Many thanks.

Will look up later this evening for you.

Your rear discs are 272x10mm, current part number 5Q0 615 601D, currently £57.60 + VAT each at Skoda.

18 hours ago, Breezy_Pete said:

Your rear discs are 272x10mm, current part number 5Q0 615 601D, currently £57.60 + VAT each at Skoda.

Thanks very much. Do you know if these disc can be wiggled ouit?

As far as I know, only the 253 mm rear discs used on the 1.2 TSi can be wiggled out.

54 minutes ago, Yety said:

Thanks very much. Do you know if these disc can be wiggled ouit?

No idea, sorry.

On 15/04/2025 at 17:40, Austin 7 said:

As far as I know, only the 253 mm rear discs used on the 1.2 TSi can be wiggled out.

Yes, you're right. Almost able to wiggle out, but no.

Unable to remove carrier out in the road, but they have been off before, so it might well be possible without having the car on a lift.

Thanks to all for help.