Hi Chaps,

Just bought a new set of front pads as the warning light has come on, on inspection the discs are well lipped so I have got some discs as well.

Before I jack the car up and remove the wheels is it an easy job, do any of you chaps know what tools I require for the job, anything special I need to do?

I have done this job before but not on the octavia.

Sorry the car is a 2002 vrs.

Thanks in advance

Tom

Make sure you have the correct size tool for removing the caliper bolts. Its a standard for caliper bolts, but still not inculded in most socket sets.

Its the same as any other modern car so if you've done it before you'll be fine.

Did mine a couple of weeks ago - 7mm alan key is needed thats not in most socket sets

and be prepared for the disk retaining screw to be stuck...... as suggested on here previously a whack with a hammer will resolve that, or an impact screwdriver. some copper slip when reassembling will prevent this.

Removing of the plug/socket on the passenger side can be a bit of of a PITA. Look at the new plug on the new pad and after a bit ofg wiggling about you should be able free the old one.

Thanks Chaps,

Got a 7mm allen key, will get on with it now, next job is new front ARB as that is worn on the bush seats, also due a timing belt but think that is too scary for me to tackle so will leave that to the experts.

Cheers for the quick responce.

Tom:thumbup:

Might as well do the ARB bushes at the same time - if you have the wheels off. Note there are two different sizes of bush depending on the ARB fitted to the car.

When I changed my ARB bushes I found that liberal use of a jack and parting the lower drop arm ball joint (?) help. Drivers side was difficult, passenger side much easier. I found it helped to have a second pair of hands.....

Cambelt is due on mine soon (117k), so I'll be doing that soon....

Already replaced the ARB Bushes about 6 months ago but it is the bar that has corroded under the bush so it will need changing! ( will fit another set of bushes at the same time ).

Mine has only covered 40K but is over 5 years old and I am sure I read somthing on here about changing the timing belt/tensioner/waterpump at this age, or did I dream it??:confused:

Seems to be a never ending pit of money at the moment, just had 4 new tyres as well, I normally change my cars when they start costing me pennies but I cant bring myself to get rid of this one! It must have a hold on me!:eek: :eek: :eek:

Tom

Mine has only covered 40K but is over 5 years old and I am sure I read somthing on here about changing the timing belt/tensioner/waterpump at this age, or did I dream it??:confused:

Tom

Defo; change the water pump for a metal impellor type, good time to refresh the antifreeze as well..

Phil

Also, if you are buying pattern parts (non OE) check this link.

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/styling-car-care/new-brakes-rust-not-disc/87832/