2004 C-Max 1.6TDCi zetec - Front discs and pads replacement

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Sun 8 Aug 2010 17:10
2004 C-Max 1.6TDCi zetec - Front discs and pads replacement - debaser

Due to a few hefty garage bills I've decided to replace the front discs and pads on my c-max myself. I am quite mechanically able although I haven't done much work on anything newer than a 1990! I would be grateful if anyone has any advice on changing discs & pads on c-max / mk2 focus - such as do I need any specialist tools and are they pretty straightforward to do?

Thanks

Edited by debaser on 08/08/2010 at 17:12

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Sun 8 Aug 2010 18:08
2004 C-Max 1.6TDCi zetec - Front discs and pads replacement - bimmer-driver

You may need to check the size of the discs before you can order them. Some suppliers seem to list either 278mm or 300 mm- and there seems no reason why some are fitted with the smaller, some the latter. Pads should be all the same.

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Sun 8 Aug 2010 19:34
2004 C-Max 1.6TDCi zetec - Front discs and pads replacement - freman

I have just replaced the discs (ventilated type) & pads on my 1600 petrol Finesse, I assume they are similar to yours.

Pads were about £ 27 the pair & pads about £ 28.not Ford dealer prices BTW.

Time taken was about .1.5 hours, no special tools required

Good luck

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Sun 8 Aug 2010 19:37
2004 C-Max 1.6TDCi zetec - Front discs and pads replacement - freman

Sorry , its the discs which were £27

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