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How to Replace the Rear Brake Pads on an Opel Astra

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra J - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Brake pads

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With the help of the following video tutorial, you will learn how to replace the rear brake pads on an Opel Astra model J. First, open the front bonnet and then the brake fluid reservoir. Move to the back of the vehicle and loosen the wheel bolts, lift the vehicle, and remove the rear wheels.

Lower the handbrake and proceed to remove the brake pads. Using a 10 mm socket, undo the top bolt of the bracket, then with a 13 mm socket, undo the anti-vibration insert.

Use a flathead screwdriver to lever the caliper off its mount and remove the caliper and pads by sliding them off the disc. Clean the end of the pad support with a wire brush.

Then, start the reassembly. Lubricate the new pads with grease and slide them into the support, then push the piston back using the specific tool.

Refit the caliper and the bracket bolt, then insert the anti-vibration pad. Use a torque wrench to tighten, and move on to the rear brake pads on the left side. Finally, screw the brake fluid reservoir cap back on, refit the wheels, and lower the vehicle.


Updated on 6 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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