Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Remove the Brake Disc on an Opel Antara

Model: Vauxhall Antara MK 1 - Years 2006-2015
Part: Brake rotors

In this video, learn how to remove a brake disc from an Opel Antara. Position your car on a column lift, loosen the bolts with a socket spanner, and raise it to a comfortable height. Unscrew the bolts and remove the wheel, then start unscrewing the bolts of the brake caliper to detach it from the bracket. Use a screwdriver to detach the brake pads. Now remove the caliper bracket and unscrew the bolts on the brake disc, pulling the disc towards you to slide it off the hub. Remove all dirt and debris from the disassembled parts with brushes. Before reassembly, lubricate the parts as shown in the video. Apply grease to the bolts and prepare all parts for assembly. Fit the brake disc with all associated bolts, tighten the caliper bracket to the disc and the pads, then refit the brake caliper, ensuring all bolts are tightened properly. Before fitting the wheel, bleed the brake caliper and tighten the bolt. Fit the wheel with the bolts, top up any lost oil, and always check the brake pedal pressure.

Updated on 25 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

How to Remove the Steering Wheel Airbag from an Opel Antara
How to Remove the Steering Wheel Airbag from an Opel Antara
Vauxhall Antara (2006-2015 / MK 1) Before you can begin, disconnect the positive terminal of the battery of your Opel Antara to work safely. Start by sitting in the driver's seat, then…
Resetting the Service Light on the Opel Antara
Resetting the Service Light on the Opel Antara
Vauxhall Antara (2006-2015 / MK 1) Today's guide will show you how to reset the maintenance warning (service) light on the Opel Antara. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the igniti…
How to Remove the Front Headlight of an Opel Antara?
How to Remove the Front Headlight of an Opel Antara?
Vauxhall Antara (2006-2015 / MK 1) To remove the front headlights of the Opel Antara, first, remove the cover located at the front of the engine bay. Release the front hatch from insid…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

To bleed the clutch on a Renault Clio, open the bonnet to access the components located in the engine bay: here, you will need to undo the screws that secure the battery in its housing, the intake manifold, and the coolant reservoir. This will allow you to locate the pipe through which the brake fluid flows: by inserting the other end of the pipe into a container, you can press the clutch pedal to expel all the fluid until it fills the container.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos