Brake pad replacement

[James 646]

I have a 2012 2.2 XF and the brake warning light is coming on. I would like to know are there any special tools require to do the job and any tip in doing it would be greatly appreciated

[Paj]

Hi. Normal garage tools will be enough (spanners' sockets, Allen keys). Check out You tube for videos. If you're looking for pads, discs and wire, I can recommend MTec brakes in Derry/Londonderry. Free postage. I'm using their EBC Red and drilled discs.

Good luck, Paj.

[James 646]

28 minutes ago, Paj said:

Hi. Normal garage tools will be enough (spanners' sockets, Allen keys). Check out You tube for videos. If you're looking for pads, discs and wire, I can recommend MTec brakes in Derry/Londonderry. Free postage. I'm using their EBC Red and drilled discs.

Good luck, Paj.

Thank you Paj that's a great help I will look at the Mtec site.

[James 646]

Because I suffer with this cold weather I got the job done by the mechanic we have used for some 35 years. the back pads were like new front pads just starting to wear the sensor so just changed the front discs. £130 parts and labour. Great value I think

[Wrinkly]

7 hours ago, James 646 said:

Because I suffer with this cold weather I got the job done by the mechanic we have used for some 35 years. the back pads were like new front pads just starting to wear the sensor so just changed the front discs. £130 parts and labour. Great value I think

James

I feel one must know what make of discs and pads are used before serious comment can be made on value for money. £130 for pads, discs and fitting certainly sound very cheap to me.

Best Wishes and Regards, John

[James 646]

I did not need discs John as they were in good order and not a lot of wear on them, just the pads, they were EBC pads and sensor. My mech only uses parts he would use on his own vehicles.

                                      Thanks for your input buddy

[Wilranger]

Hi I’m the same looking to replace my discs, it was advisory on my last MOT, was think of replacing with mtec j hock, and ebc pads, would I have to put the same discs on the rear , hoping someone on here can advise TIA

[James 646]

8 minutes ago, Wilranger said:

Hi I’m the same looking to replace my discs, it was advisory on my last MOT, was think of replacing with mtec j hock, and ebc pads, would I have to put the same discs on the rear , hoping someone on here can advise TIA

Found this on a search, hope it helps buddy.  https://www.quora.com/Do-brake-pads-and-rotors-need-to-be-the-same-brand

[Wilranger]

23 minutes ago, James 646 said:

Found this on a search, hope it helps buddy.  https://www.quora.com/Do-brake-pads-and-rotors-need-to-be-the-same-brand

Cheers, think I’ll look at doing the rears at the same time, was wanting to paint the callipers too but !Removed! cold at moment might wait until better weather 🥶

[James 646]

Replaced the pads but now the warning is still coming on, anyone any ideas

 

[Jimbov8]

There are 2 wear sensors, front left and right rear. Did you change the correct one?

Check the connectors on both corners.

[James 646]

4 minutes ago, Jimbov8 said:

There are 2 wear sensors, front left and right rear. Did you change the correct one?

Check the connectors on both corners.

Yes they were both checked and the front one changed

 

[Jimbov8]

If you have a code reader, try resetting it or take the car for a drive.

If it still doesn’t reset then further investigation is required.

[Carl Gibbs]

Just been quoted £757 for front an rear pads, discs and sensors. By a local Jaguar specialist.

Good value or should I shop around?

[Bigvic]

Shop around…

That’s robbery

Or do it yourself, it’s easy and very considerably cheaper

[James 646]

I agree with Bigvic. The mechanic that I use charged me £150 (approx) to do the job and he comes to my home to do it.