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Model: Mini Mini R52, R50, R53 - Years 2001-2007
Part: Brake pads
Operation: Replacement of front brake pads

After having raised the car on a lift or a crik, remove the wheel on which you want to intervene. With the help of a fixed medium-sized screwdriver, release the retaining spring attached to the brake caliper. Identify and remove the protective plastic caps of the caliper fixing pins and, with a 7mm Allen key, loosen the pins. Still with the aid of the screwdriver, pry between the disc and the pads so as to make the piston retract and create sufficient clearance to easily extract the caliper. Then remove the old pads and, with the help of a clamp, fully retract the piston in order to create the necessary space to house the new pads. At this point, insert the new pads (the one with the metal tabs inside the piston and the other in the appropriate seat in the caliper support) and reposition the caliper. Then tighten the fixing pins of the caliper to the support and reapply the protection caps. Finally re-attach the retaining spring to the caliper and refit the wheel. Before setting off, it is advisable to pump the brake pedal until it opposes the right resistance and to pay attention to the first braking.


Posted on 27 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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How to reset the tire pressure warning light on Dacia Sandero?

Let's see below how it is possible to reset the low tire pressure signal on the car: first of all it is necessary to check the correct tire pressure by comparing it with the pressures reported in the use and maintenance manual. After that, turn on the ignition and locate the command on the right side of the steering wheel at the top that allows you to access the on-board computer menu, then select the car symbol, after which select the "up arrow" command up to that the indication "tire pressure" appears on the display. At that point, press the "Ok" control on the steering wheel and keep it pressed to reset the signal.

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