Cooper S (R53) L4-1.6L SC (W11) (2004)
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Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair
Front
Removing And Installing/Replacing Both Front Brake Disks
Remove road wheels.
Remove front brake pads.
Caution:
If the thickness of the brake disks drops below the minimum level, the disks must be replaced.
Brake disks may only be replaced in pairs (for each axle).
If the brake disks are replaced, you must also fit new brake linings.
Remove plastic plugs (1), unfasten screws (2), remove brake caliper and hook caliper clear of disk ensuring there is no tension on the brake hose.
Note: Brake hose remains connected.
Guide bolt
Wrench size
7 mm .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35 Nm
Unscrew brake disk retaining screw and take off brake disk.
Caution: To release brake disk: Do not under any circumstances strike friction ring with a hammer or similar! If necessary, carefully tap on base of
brake disk chamber with a rubber mallet.
Install Hint:
Replace brake disk retaining screw.
Thoroughly clean contact surface of wheel hub, remove traces of corrosion if necessary.
Unevenness on contact surface may result in distortion of brake disk!
Brake disc to wheel hub
M10 x 13 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Nm
Note: contact surfaces must be cleaned and grease free,
