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Aston Martin DB9 Factory Workshop Manual (Issue 2, 2005)07 · 06 Brake system
07 · Brakes

Brake Pads

Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
Year
Issue 2, 2005
Section
Hand Brake › Brake Pads
06 Brake systemBrake Pads
  1. Adjust the handbrake cable (Refer to ‘Adjustment’, page 6-3-5).

⚠ Warning
Before moving off, operate the handbrake 2 or 3 times to ensure the handbrake works correctly. Handbrake caliper pistons may require travel to contact the brake pads and disc.

  1. Install the road wheels (Refer to ‘Road Wheel Nut Torque Tightening’, page 4-5-7).

Brake Pads

Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Handbrake Pads Renew06.05.DB

Removal

  1. Raise the vehicle and make safe.
  2. For each affected wheel station remove the road wheel(s).
  3. Remove the handbrake brake pads.
Diagram of a brake caliper assembly with brake pads removed

Always use a vacuum brush or aqueous brake cleaner to remove brake pad dust. Never use compressed air.

  1. Carefully remove brake dust or dirt from the handbrake system components.

Installation

  1. Screw back the caliper pistons.

Use a proprietary service tool to screw back the piston.

Line drawing of a brake caliper showing the piston being retracted with an arrow indicating direction
  1. Install the brake pads.
Diagram of a brake caliper assembly with brake pads installed
  1. Operate the caliper lever several times by hand.

This will take up the free play between the piston / pads and the brake disc.

Diagram of a brake caliper assembly with an arrow pointing to the adjustment lever area
  1. Adjust the handbrake cable (Refer to ‘Adjustment’, page 6-3-5).

⚠ Warning ⚠
Before moving off, operate handbrake 2 or 3 times to ensure the handbrake works correctly. Handbrake caliper pistons may require travel to contact the brake pads and disc.

  1. Install the road wheels (Refer to ‘Road Wheel Nut Torque Tightening’, page 4-5-7).

Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Aston Martin DB9

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