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The Workshop => Maintenance, Problems & Troubleshooting => Topic started by: Anonymous on December 15, 2005, 21:27

Title: Brakes
Post by: Anonymous on December 15, 2005, 21:27
Hi all.

Car failed MOT last week due to excessive corrosion on front discs  s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  and looking at them now they look quite corroded and not under warrenty   s:( :( s:(  .
Good excuse to buy some grooved and vented one's tho  s:D :D s:D

I have a quick question on replacing pads. I have done a search but can find no mention of it.

Do i have to bleed brakes when i change the pads?  No mention can be found when i search but bloke in motorworld has confused me by saying i had too.  Was sure that i wouldn't have to but would like some clarification.

Your help would be most appreciated.  

Adz
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Post by: Jap GT300 on December 15, 2005, 21:35
You don't touch the fluids when doing a pad or disc change.

It might be wise to flush it if you have big miles, otherwise just make sure it is topped up.
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Post by: Anonymous on December 15, 2005, 21:49
thanks for your speedy reply.
I thought as much but needed confirmation.
Car had major service 3500miles ago.  Do they change brake fluid in that?
Car has done 41000 total.
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Post by: kanujunkie on December 15, 2005, 21:57
replacement of the brake fluid is ment to be done every 2 yrs with a condition check and top-up every 20K
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Post by: Anonymous on December 15, 2005, 22:02
Maybe that'll be next project after discs and pads, new brake hoses and fluid change.  

Thanks for ur quick replies

Adz