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Replacing Brake Pads

Model: Fiat 500 312 - Years 2007-2024
Part: Brake pads

Replacing the front brake pads is relatively straightforward. The necessary tools are: a half-inch ratchet with 13, 17, and 19 mm hex sockets; an adjustable spanner; a 6 mm flat screwdriver; grease and penetrating lubricant; and the screw jack provided with the vehicle.

The possibly most challenging part is retracting the piston, which can be done with a spanner or with specially designed kits.

The car used as an example here is a Fiat 500, but the procedure is very similar for most vehicles.

Updated on 1 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Reset the Maintenance Warning on the Peugeot 508

In this guide, you will perform a simple and quick operation that allows you to save time and money by avoiding taking your vehicle to a garage for this task. Just follow this brief guide to understand how to carry out the reset completely on your own. Start the ignition of your vehicle, then press and hold the "000" button. Follow the steps displayed, which involve turning your key to the second position without starting the vehicle. Continue to hold the button until the countdown expires. Now, release the button and turn off the ignition of your vehicle.

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