Brake self repair

[MrDrew]

If I change the brake pads & discs myself, will I get an error message? Do I need to "program" them in?

In other words, will I get an error message that my brakes aren't working properly?

 

[tony mc]

If I change the brake pads & discs myself, will I get an error message? Do I need to "program" them in?

In other words, will I get an error message that my brakes aren't working properly?

You can change brakes no problem. If you want to change the hand brake shoes you will need a way to release the electronic hand brake. One of the more advanced obdII devices will do that.

 

[MrDrew]

You can change brakes no problem. If you want to change the hand brake shoes you will need a way to release the electronic hand brake. One of the more advanced obdII devices will do that.

Thanks Tony MC

 

[Neil Pearson]

You dont need a diagnostic tool or any electronic device to release the hand brake shoes...it in the settings on the van. I changed shoes, pads discs and one of the wire links to the control unit 18months ago simply by following the manual instruction ( which escape me now, but were with me and Ill dig em out for you)

 

[Neil Pearson]

1. Turn ignition on (dont start!)
2. Press and hold the phone call button and the return button on the steering wheel simultaneously. (They are on opposite sides).
3.from the option select brake pad replacment position with OK.
You will hear the pads winding back.
4. message will come up saying the the pads are in the replacment position.
Turn off....
Do the do and when youve finished, follow the proceedure again and put the brakes back in to their operating position.
This is pretty much from memory but there are plenty vids on the web to show you......

 

[tony mc]

That is great to know

 

[MrDrew]

1. Turn ignition on (dont start!)
2. Press and hold the phone call button and the return button on the steering wheel simultaneously. (They are on opposite sides).
3.from the option select brake pad replacment position with OK.
You will hear the pads winding back.
4. message will come up saying the the pads are in the replacment position.
Turn off....
Do the do and when youve finished, follow the proceedure again and put the brakes back in to their operating position.
This is pretty much from memory but there are plenty vids on the web to show you......

Wow, too easy. Thanks so much.
I have the squealing brake issue right now, and the front ones get a bit hot, so I think I may need to do some work soon.