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How to Replace the Brake Discs on an Opel Astra

Model: Vauxhall Astra Sw MK 3 - Years 2004-2011
Part: Brake rotors

First, lift your vehicle by removing the wheel on which you will perform the replacement. Then, remove the spring that secures the front brake pad using a screwdriver. Now, remove the caps covering the bolts on the back of the piston and unscrew the bolts to completely remove the caliper. Next, remove the bracket that held the pad and then unscrew the bolt that secures the disc. This way, you can extract it and replace it with the new parts, and you're done!

Updated on 3 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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