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Vauxhall insignia rear discs and pads replacement
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Күн бұрынLinks in description for tools used, and links to buy stuff you need. please check fitment before purchasing.
Did the rear brakes on this insignia, pads where worn down to the metal. so fitted new discs and pads. In this video i show how to do each step. Also i show how to rewind the caliper piston the right way. I also show my face in this video for the first time so scary.
BELOW IS THE TOOLS NEEDED
(18mm) Spanner for the caliper bolts
(13mm) spanner for slider bolts
(11mm) spanner for bleed nipple
Hammer
Small screw driver
(T25) torxs bit this may be different on your vehicle could be allen key
Penetrating fluid / wd40 or similar
dot 4 brake fluid
clear tube for bleed nipple
New disc retaining screws
I haven't added torque specs due to it being different on different models so please have a check online please.
That is it, if you have any questions pop a comment on the video. I will help anyway i can thank you for reading this description.
Below is a few links to what i used, found as many as i could.
(Brake caliper rewind tool)
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(Brake bleeding pipe)
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(Dot 4 brake fluid)
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(Torxs)
amzn.to/2Y4nUNs
(Copper grease)
amzn.to/2DJtP2y
(Disc retaining screws)
rover.ebay.com...
(Rear discs and pads i used) PLEASE CHECK YOUR FITMENT)
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@mattygaga2013 2 жыл бұрын
Here in 2022, still needing this video! But it's adorable when he says "I'm nearly at 500 subs" but now he's at 3.4k haha! Well done bro, grow your channel and get them views! ❤️
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Matty I will keep at it when I have content my main channel is my fishing one Cardigan bay fishing adventures
@darrananthony3646 Жыл бұрын
This has been a huge help. I had been reading about having to do something with ecu to rewind the piston.i thought id do better looking for a video and found yours .thanks for sharing buddy.gonna save me some money . Thank you 🙏
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
That's no worries darran I'm glad you found the video
@davefarrell7162 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video, really helpful and very detailed. Thanks very much for taking the time to put it together.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Your very welcome thank you for taking the time to show your appreciation people like you make it 💯 worth it Thank you 👍
@roozbehfarhadi9993 Жыл бұрын
Only of we could hear what hes saying!
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Why can't you ?
@sloth4666 10 ай бұрын
Cheers for that!!, doing full service and all breaks on sons Insignia tomorrow,was unsure on electronic handbrake 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@Thediycarchannel 10 ай бұрын
Perfect sloth I'm glad it helped yes this is me Cardigan bay dave 😂😂😂
@sloth4666 10 ай бұрын
Yeah,video was perfect cheers!,thought i knew your voice,then seen the end 🤣
@thetribble 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that helped me replace my discs and pads in the correct order, which makes a job much easier.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant thank you for your comment I love it when I know the videos are helping people out thank you again 👍👍
@jeffjeffjeff2 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for taking the time to record, edit and share. I'll be replacing the rear pads on my Insignia over the Jubilee weekend and this will be a great help.
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
No worries wobbly. I'm glad you found it helpful good luck
@jeffjeffjeff2 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel Thanks mate. On previous cars I've always left brake fluid reservoir cap off when winding piston back on... can that be done instead of bleeding on the insignia as I don't have a one man bleed kit?
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Ye you can. You can on any car it's just good practice to release the bleed nipple at caliper
@jeffjeffjeff2 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel Thank you again for the quick reply, appreciate it. Good to see your channel growing since this video too as you mention it had around 500 subs then 👍
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you this channel is going up slowly my fishing channel Cardigan bay fishing adventures is going a lot quicker. But as long as the video's help people out I'm happy
@freddyfishcake 4 жыл бұрын
Just love the way you knock the brake fluid over, thought things like that just happened to me 😊 Great video
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 No they happen to me aswel absolute knightmare I can be dopey at times And thank you 👍
@gabrielbaum9660 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video pal just got an Insignia 1.8 on an 11 plate and it has a electronic brake so this video is extremley helpful to me as i will be doing these brakes in the coming weeks.Thanks ,greetings from Gedling in Nottingham England.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you I appreciate your feedback. There nice cars cheap and very comfortable If you get stuck put a comment on here will try help you out Thanks again
@jonikangas9801 4 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial, cheers mate! About to change rear OEM discs to holed Zimmerman's, pads will be ebc greenstuff. On The front end, discs from OPC/VRX insignia, greenstuff pads there as well. About My car, its -11 sport tourer, 4x4 biturbo CDTI with manual gearbox, shipped it from Germany.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍 Happy you liked it Not sure about the discs but the pads are good that your getting Nice choice of car 😉 And I really appreciate the support thank you for the sub 👍👍👍👍
@robinbingham3608 4 жыл бұрын
Best videos I've seen. I used to take out engines and do the lot in my youth. Videos like this give a great insight before doing a job. Thanks for all the info ..... very clear and very helpful, Robin
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your positive comment really means a lot makes it all worth it with people like you giving compliments so thank you 👍
@AxelShelleyMusic Жыл бұрын
Great video! shall be doing this over the coming weekend, so thank you!
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thanks axle and no worries. Hopefully you get it done with no issues
@user-zc7lt4wp5m Жыл бұрын
Good video, it helped with getting the back pad easier
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thanks lee I appreciate it and that's great to here I love the positive feedback when the videos help out it's great. Thank you for your comment lee and well done too
@catxls1835 Жыл бұрын
Great video once again man!! Excellent content and every stage covered in great detail! Thumbs up man!!
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thank you again cat I appreciate it
@infinitewisdom4557 2 жыл бұрын
Top man.... vid brought back some memories. Keep up the good work mate 👍
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you I really appreciate your comment glad you liked it
@weaponheadz4970 5 жыл бұрын
great tutorial.. just bought an insignia, discs and pads are goosed all round. I will order the rewind tool.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you There is links in the discription if you want the same tool just click the link takes you to Amazon 😉
@ryanrepairs6944 2 жыл бұрын
D3fs best video for rear pads and disks for this car. Gonna do mine tomorrow prob won't crack bleed nipple will maybe just take cap off reservoir and see if it retracts easily
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you I appreciate that. Yes you can push um back without doing bleed nipple thousands of people do. I always do bleed nipple now as long at there not seized I find it way easier. Good luck on doing your brakes if you get stuck drop a comment I will try my best to help
@ryanrepairs6944 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel cheers mate appreciate that
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
No worries
@Jelly-Mack Жыл бұрын
Great informative vid m8 keep doing more. I am doing mine tomorrow with an experienced mechanic though. Cheers.
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thanks mackem. I do have a video to edit changing suspension arms on the BMW. I really don't get any car work no more I struggle for time with working nights
@Jelly-Mack Жыл бұрын
@The DIY Car Channel np got em done today. All was good apart from a seized un slider bolt. Managed to get out with hammer n chisel then greased it up. All completed. Iwe didnt bleed brakes tho.
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Nice work well done. Most don't bleed the brakes. I just have OCD lol. You can use like 1000 grit sand paper and wd40 to clean sliders if needed they come up like new
@itsme123t3 5 жыл бұрын
Another good and helpful insignia video ,cheers mate
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
No problem happy you like it thankyou 👍
@paulhawley1700 2 жыл бұрын
Great video I’m gonna do mine tomorrow Many thanks 👍
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
No worries Paul good luck
@damienwebster6506 Жыл бұрын
thank you for this video i have mine to do at the weekend and i was worried about the touch button hand brake and getting the piston to wind back in ive got all 4 wheels to do so looks like a messy weekend for me and not the happy messy type lol
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
That's no worries Damien. If you get stuck drop a comment I will try help .
@dougquaid 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, I enjoyed that.
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Doug appreciate your comment glad you liked it
@lukehannay3252 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy spot on with the tutorial 👍🏻
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
No worries Luke thank you
@mx5milton 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, ive done lots of cars but i always do quick search first
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Best way give you a heads up Thank you for checking bthe channel out and thank you for your comment too good luck on the job
@mx5milton 4 жыл бұрын
Pads was easy enough, bit fiddly getting them into the carrier. However the disks retaining screw was shredded
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
They can be fiddly With the disc screws u need to put the Allen or torxs in which ever it is and hit it hard a 4-5 times with a hammer and they come out ok Unless they where shredded by Somone else If there shredded drill them out
@monalzouabi 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, easy to follow 👍
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Iggy4470 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial thank you very much appreciated
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
That's no probs thank you for your kind comment I really appreciate it
@andrewcheckley4085 3 жыл бұрын
Having replaced discs and pads on numerous cars I was a bit confused as to why you opened the bleed nipple? I normally remove the cap from the brake fluid reservoir. That way when winding back the caliper piston, the fluid gets pushed back into the reservoir. Very informative video tho
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Your meant to release the nipple to stop it being pushed back its a hydrolic system and it can and will eventually damage or invert seals you will find your brakes get more and more spongy over time of keep doing it and on top of that it makes the job so much easier once your done it takes less than 5mins to bleed You can push them back by hand with the nipples loosened off
@chrisharvey5003 5 жыл бұрын
well presented an clear, top job, TKS.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you comment happy you liked the video
@MindOverMatter328 5 жыл бұрын
Good video,channel is growing quickly
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ye it's taken off lately I can't believe it
@gerardwhittle8941 2 жыл бұрын
Really good video! Thanks. So many hints and tips! (Eg: new grub screws...) Great to see that the parking brake system doesn't cause an issue! I'm happy doing brakes discs and pads because garages, even good ones, charge silly money! Probably inconsequential but I've never opened the bleed nipple for the piston wind back - for me, with only the cap off the fluid is only going one way. (Probably with the cap on it only comes out through the nipple!) I've just seen comments below regarding seals... I'm old: I've bought and used seal kits for master and slave cylinder kits for many vehicles without problems - try to have an OEM kit available! (Should I clean the hub - between the studs and maybe add some copper grease - before offering up the new disc? And... is there any value in cleaning, wire-brushing and painting brackets and calipers? I just found this - but do not want to detract from your work -delete if that's what works for you!
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gerard. You dont have to do bleed nipples but it makes it a lot easier and no chance of inverting seals. Yes give it all a clean up it won't hurt I add copper grease my self but you don't have to. Painting calipers is personal preference I haven't done it but you can I do clean them up with a wire brush tho Hope this helps thanks Dave
@PandaMobileMechanic 5 ай бұрын
Great Vids Mate
@Thediycarchannel 5 ай бұрын
Thanks panda
@callsignmaverick7131 Ай бұрын
Great vid mate, when bleeding the brakes do you have to repeat the same process on the other side of car or is it sorted once you’ve bled one side? Cheers
@Thediycarchannel Ай бұрын
Thank you. You have to bleed each side you loosen as it will pull air in that caliper. I would say 80% of people don't loosen the bleed nipple they just push this piston back slowly. But it's a lot easier to do with loosening the nipple if it will loosen and it's not seized
@callsignmaverick7131 Ай бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel cheers mate you’re a big help
@Thediycarchannel Ай бұрын
That's no worries
@alexandrunica2368 3 жыл бұрын
Hi and thanks for making this video it makes me confident to have a go at changing front and rear discs plus pads. One question though say if you change front and rear pads then do you bleed each one of them individually for e.g change front right and bleed and move to the next one or do all together? Hope that make sense and sorry if it sounds silly 😃
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Yes that's what I do. I release the nipple with a bit of pipe on and push the pistons back makes it so easy. If it's no easy there is probably an issue with the caliper. Once it's all refitted. Give it a bleed make sure there's no air and make sure the brake fluid reservoir is kept topped up. Do this for each caliper.
@stefang0121 Жыл бұрын
Very good video mate just wondered when u buy new pads do u get the metal clips with them that the brake sits in
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Sorry I missed this comment I didn't get notified. It depends on the pads you buy I'm sure when I bought brembo which cost a fair bit more they did have the metal plates but once I bought the cheap eBay ones and they didn't. You can reuse the plate as long as they're not damaged I gave mine a good clean with wd40 and wire wool
@alan-yh9by 2 жыл бұрын
17s should be fine as that’s the size of the spare wheel when fitted as an option, mine also came with 19s
@mightyone8733 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all thank you
@mohammadashraf4976 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this Just a quick question would it not be better just to undo the fluid cap then you won't need to bleed the brakes?
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Most people undo the cap but in my opinion you shouldn't force fluid back in to reservoir it can invert and damage seals Also it makes pushing the pistons back easy you can push the pistons back in by hand no problem on the front brakes
@mohammadashraf4976 5 жыл бұрын
As long as it's gently pushed back should it be OK? Just got a insignia and I wana start to work on the car myself!
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
@@mohammadashraf4976 it takes quite a bit of force Easier to release nipple Then re bleed Definitely no damage caused And bleeding it really easy it shown in the video
@Pats-Shed 4 жыл бұрын
Most garages do not release the bleed nipple when doing a pad replacement and this results in seized calipers as the brake fluid is hygroscopic (absorbs moisture) .
@MaltMetalMick 4 жыл бұрын
Im gonna change both rear discs and pads, I only need to bleed it from one side yeah?
@MisterBurtonshaw 4 ай бұрын
Why on earth did you open the bleed valve nipple to push back the brake piston? You only need to loosen the lid of the brake fluid reservoir !
@Thediycarchannel 4 ай бұрын
It stops the fluid going back through system. This is the recommended way to do it
@dougquaid Жыл бұрын
Nice one.
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
No worries Doug
@mohammedshafiq4053 3 жыл бұрын
Great bro you help me out nice one thankyou good job bro😁😁😁
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you mohammed I appreciate your comment I'm glad it helped
@mohammedshafiq4053 3 жыл бұрын
Man i like your video nice one make some new video mate you are best one thankyou😀😀😀😀😀
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
I will be making more I'm still here just no cars to fix at the moment
@alexandrunica2368 2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate I've also managed to change rear discs and pads with your help. Any chance of having something about how to replace the rubber seal on the caliper as mine s ripped off but I'm anxious to do this on my drive as I dont want to change the brake fluid.
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
I don't ha e access to this car anymore unfortunately so can't do any more work on it
@1984FordCapri 4 жыл бұрын
Great bid, thanks
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you comment really appreciate it 👍👍👍👍
@AvinoMalkeno 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there thanks for the video, wondering can i use a C-clamp to push piston back instead of the tool that you got or no.. Thanks
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
If your doing front brakes yes you can but the rears need to wind in there is like a screw that the piston work on so applying direct pressure from a g clamp on the rears would only damage it
@E69apeTheMatrix420 5 жыл бұрын
this was me about 2 years ago. Now days impact wrench and impact driver just makes mince of all those "hard" bolts. Power tools make the mechanic.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Same here lol Makita impact I use helps out loads
@E69apeTheMatrix420 5 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel Nice, I went with a British brand called Kielder for my Mechanics tools. (They are made by and for mechanics) Market leading power to size. Their impact driver is big though! but it does have 200nm of torque. Impact wrench is perfect incredible! Everything they sell is brushless but the problem is they only make mechanics kit. Now I need other tools for carpentry ect I have to choose another brand. I have chosen Milwaukee just because they have a large brushless range "Fuel" I think Makita are top notch though, arguably the best impact driver out the box as well as being many carpenters favourite. they just have less brushless kit and less kit available but they do have something else Milwaukee doesn't have: 2 x 18v to make a 36v battery for tools that need it. that is cool.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
I really can't complain with Makita I'm a carpenter by trade use them day in day out never had an issue I do look after my tools but they do have a hard life lol the Makita 1/2 impact gun is small but has nut busting torque of 400nm I'm sure it was stated and it truly works it's got hub nuts off and all sorts for me well I'm rebuilding a Subaru as you may see it's all on my channel the Makita stripped the lot of it made it such an easy job
@seanwallace1972 Жыл бұрын
I have heard about “service mode”when doing rear pads with electric handbrake hold down button for 15 seconds until service is displayed on dash is this the case?
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
I didn't do it that way Sean so I'm not sure tbh
@conaldm Жыл бұрын
Yes it works on my 2016 Ltd edition insignia
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment
@barrygray8356 9 ай бұрын
My insignia VX line 2010 model, I noticed it's not vented brake discs but solid. I'm wondering whether vented brake discs can be fitted? Would the brake caliper fit over the vented ones?
@barrygray8356 9 ай бұрын
Rear ones I'm referring to
@Thediycarchannel 9 ай бұрын
Probably not Barry because vented are generally a lot thicker. Compare the thickness in specs sheet / data sheet
@barrygray8356 9 ай бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel I thought so, thanks anyway. Cheers!
@Thediycarchannel 9 ай бұрын
No worries
@watkinthomas9112 5 жыл бұрын
Brilliant !!
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@dawidxxxx4847 11 ай бұрын
Amazing video man you just killed my anxiety in 2 days I will be doing it myself but what about the copper grease on the piston front I've read to no put anything there o.o idk I watched the professional stuff from ATE what does it do and won't it get inside it ?
@Thediycarchannel 11 ай бұрын
No worries dawid you don't have to grease if you don't want to its meant to stop brake squeak. Tbh I don't use grease no more my self I don't see the point. I used to tho with no issues
@dawidxxxx4847 11 ай бұрын
I bought it cause I saw you doing it but yeah was kind of sceptical about it :) one last question when you put the piston back to it's place were you rotating clockwise both sides or left side differs from right on the back brakes :)
@dawidxxxx4847 11 ай бұрын
Question number two is there a way to bleed the piston when I push it in without tightening the rake fluid connection I am worried I might damage it.
@Thediycarchannel 11 ай бұрын
I'm sure the rewind tool goes clockwise but not done it for a long while now so can't remember fully sorry
@Thediycarchannel 11 ай бұрын
No there isn't but same again you don't have to release the nipple it's just good practice most garages wouldn't bother and force piston back. With my BMW I have now I don't release the nipple but I push the piston back slowly with the brake fluid cap off
@jimbojombo4464 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video really good iv never changed pads and lossened the bleed nipple tho iv just taken the top of the fluid rez does loosening the nipple make it easier??
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Yes loads easier and it stops the pressure In the master cylinder it can get damaged without releasing the nipples but people do it without loosening the bleed nipple I used to
@js7r 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the good video :)
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
No problem thank you for you kind comment people like you make it all worth it so thank you
@howardjones5691 5 жыл бұрын
Good video.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment
@sheennshine7 4 жыл бұрын
The guide pins to the brake pad holder... Can copper grease be applied and be ok if I didn't have any normal grease with me at the time of the disc and pad change ?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Yes you can but of there clean you don't have to but if you do only put a small amount on the sliders
@nicholasswithenbank8645 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate 💪
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
No problem 😉
@Ryan-yz6qy 4 жыл бұрын
Great video man! Is it only the rear pistons that need to be twisted to compress them? Or do the front ones just push in? Thanks and keep up the good work 😁
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Just the rears twist in the fronts just push in 😉
@priitkjhhsjd9649 3 жыл бұрын
On the right side, the piston twists clockwise. Does it twist counterclockwise on the left side of also clockwise?
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
I can't actually remember priit. The rewind tools are marked left and right and only go one way
@MrCacheiro Жыл бұрын
Obrigado pela excelente explicação. (Portugal)
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Thank you . I don't understand and I can't translate it
@MrCacheiro Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the excellent explanation. (Portugal)
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
@MrCacheiro thank you cacheiro
@MrGrtx 3 жыл бұрын
Hi great video do you just release the handbrake no computer release to rewind necessary thanks
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you press the brake pedal and press the handbrake button down it will release Then you need a rewind tool like in the video
@Phil-1969 4 жыл бұрын
Don’t put copper grease on the calliper bolts use lock tight , only if you want to run the risk of them coming undone, that goes for the sliding bolts as well, and as for the pads the reason they are hard to get into the callipers is the factory puts to much paint on pads when they spray them , use some course sandpaper to take the paint off the edge wear they fit into the calliper , if you don’t they will stick after a while and the pads will bind on the discs , but great video mate just some advice and no need to undo the brake nipple just undo the cap on the break fluid reservoir
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I have done it this way for over 10 yrs and never had any issues If you force the fluid back through the system it can invert the seals everyone thinks it's ok to push then back under pressure In the end you end up with spongy brakes I know because I have done it Also it makes pushing pistons back in really easy and it only takes 5 mins to bleed after its done But this is my way of doing it I'm not saying it's the right way or the wrong but it works for me and never had any problems everyone does things a bit different So I Appreciate your comment Thank you
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
It honestly makes it so much easier 90% of the time you can push them back in with your two thumbs few pumps on he pedal with a helping had off the wife or your kids or a mate and job done Thank you for your comment really appreciate it
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
That's absolutely perfect thank you for your update can't beat a success story I didn't think of the one way value idea that's a good idea thank you And well done Phil saved your self a good chunk
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Done that already it's not that bad to do I actually sent my engine locking tool kit to a subscriber about a year ago It's a pretty easy job to do to be fair
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
It's. Not bad just have to hand crank the engine to make sure it all lines up if it don't redo belt till it lines up and your 💯 sure before you turn that key
@newry123 8 ай бұрын
What did you take the grub screw out with,,cheerd
@Thediycarchannel 8 ай бұрын
I used an impact screw driver you get them on ebay cheap. Put it in and give it a good smack before you attempt to undo it and it will. Come out find. Alternatively you can just put the torque or Allen in and hit it a few times and it should come out easily
@newry123 8 ай бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel thanks
@juliantwigden6628 3 жыл бұрын
Just recently had my rear brake discs n pads replaced but theres a bit of the odd grinding when i brake now!!! Cud u tell me wats wrong?????
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
You would need to take it back to where it was done. It could be the brake guards
@pictlandpickers1171 Жыл бұрын
What do you think are these any good? The electric handbrake puts me off
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
Ye I liked it. Never had any issues with mine and don't know of anyone else with issues tbh. They seem a good car for the money.
@pictlandpickers1171 Жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel reviews online are so damming. Even saying the previous 1.9tdi was awful fiat engine. My experience in a 200 pound Saab covering 30k is it was very good and reliable.
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
My insignia was the 2.0 cdti and never had any mechanical failures. Just normal wear and tear parts replaced
@ellemarta 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, to only change the break pads (front and back) do i need to do the same presage as the video?
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't seen the video for a while I can't remember what I did. But you can just change pads and follow video
@mnl493x 3 жыл бұрын
When I depress the callipers piston is it okay just too take the brake reservoir lid off too realess the pressure in line Same thing isn’t it. Just your method makes it a bit easier? Thanks and great vid 👍
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
No that's not the same. Taking the Cap off releases pressure so the fluid will flow back which it shouldn't really. Releasing the bleed nipple stops it flowing back
@mnl493x 3 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel yeh I see but in principle cap off the fluid can flow back making piston easier too depress.just for say changing old too new pads. Brake fluid change aside🤔
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Yes most do it that way I used to. But spoke to a good mechanic he said don't, it can invert your seals. He said doing it over and over again in time you will end up with spongy brakes. So i got in to habbit of doing the bleep nipple
@mnl493x 3 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel okay I see. Nice tip. Thanks for the reply
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
No worries. If your nervous about bleeding the brakes do it with out just push them back slowly. My advice is not to but you can I did it that way for years. And garages still do it that way to save time
@andrewparton2950 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video mate I'm gonna change my pads and discs all round...I love having a go but always scared I'll mess it up lol....just looking on Ebay and a set of pads and 4 discs are £113 that seems cheap...I was quoted £230 for back pads and discs and £210 for front 🤦♂️😫
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delayed reply Hopefully the video will help you out if you get stuck drop a comment on here Try get mintex if you can I found they last the best on the insignias I tried all sorts Thank you for you input too I appreciate it
@andyparton6852 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate someone told me u need to plug into computer to take handbrake off as it’s electric but is that bull as u didn’t use one did u they said if u don’t use computer u can mess up ball bearings in the piston?? I’m fully amateur but u made it look easy
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
No that's not true Press brake pedal and press handbrake button down The rear calipers rewind in there is a tool kit for it I'm sure there is a link in the discription for it I also released bleed nipples to release the pressure makes job easier and then bleed it after If bleed nipples look rusty or seem tight leave them because they will snap just take cap of brake fluid reservoir and push the pistons back slowly
@bhnox1389 2 жыл бұрын
By putting the electronic handbrake in service mode does that take away the need to depress the calliper?
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
I have never done it that way I don't have the same kit as a garage I do it all manually
@bhnox1389 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel was just wondering if you knew as there is a way to put it in service mode without any computers. And as all garages quote 150 to 200 for such a easy job I am doing it myself was just the issue with the electrical handbrake.
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
There's no issue. Press your break pedal and release the hand brake by pressing the button down once your brake job is complete pull the button up job done
@lukejefferson7822 3 жыл бұрын
Are they good cars and cheap to fix if anything goes wrong
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Yes luke loved mine easy to work on to with most bits
@sheennshine7 4 жыл бұрын
Why the need to bleed the brakes when you never took off the caliper ?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I loosen the bleed nipple to push the piston back If you don't it can damage the seals i.e invert them Some say u don't have to but all garages I spoke with say yes release nipple and push pistons back And it don't take 5mins to bleed
@alanblack1333 3 жыл бұрын
iam sure you dont need to crack the bleed nipple off ?
@Thediycarchannel 8 ай бұрын
No you don't have to. But it's good practice
@mosiahpeniston6429 3 жыл бұрын
Did u top back up the brake fluid after bleeding??
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Yes keep an eye on it I think I said it in the video I'm not sure if I did tho you need to make sure you don't empty the brake fluid reservoir
@bigtony6 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Have you had any issues with sticking rear brake pads on your insignia? If yes what was the solution to fix it ? Thanks!
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I haven't no but if it's sticking could be grubby sliders or the caliper piston is at fault the caliper can be rebuilt or you can get a new one there not mega money
@colinlong2009 3 жыл бұрын
This happened mine. Had to replace the back left caliper. the back left seems to be the 1st to go on Astra's or Insignias.
@seanwallace1972 2 жыл бұрын
With the Electric Handbrake,I heard that a computer is required to re calibrate the hand brake is that the case,or is it ok to do it with out computer?with our damaging anything
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it's fine I heard the same it's not true did mine loads with no issues n
@seanwallace1972 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel Thank you
@seanwallace1972 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel have you ever worked on or done any thing on a corsa D
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
No worries Sean
@nikgeld5484 2 жыл бұрын
His car is the same as mine,it doesnt have a full electronic handbrake,if you notice there is a cable going to the rear brakes
@MikkyTee 5 жыл бұрын
Good stuff, but you really need a tripod to make these things easier on your self 👍🏼
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
I agree 💯 not long started out looking to upgrade all my filming kit over the next few months thank you for your input
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Just brought all new video equipment 😉 just waiting for it to arrive
@MikkyTee 5 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel nice! When your setup, any chance of a how to on an Insignia EGR clean? ;)
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
I will see what I can do but it won't be any time soon due to being really busy with work but will sort something out for you
@MikkyTee 5 жыл бұрын
The diy car channel hey understand, work to your own schedule mate 👍🏼
@neilbrindley9108 4 жыл бұрын
I'm about to order the discs front and rear for my Insignia. What size are the discs? Also do the pistons need to be wound back on the front too?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Not sure on disc size sorry you need to double check that The fronts don't rewind just push in
@colinlong2009 3 жыл бұрын
It depends on the model you have. Front ventilated: 296mm diameter Rear solid: 292mm diameter 1.4i 16v Turbo 1.8i 16v VVT 2.0CDTi 16v (130PS) 2.0CDTi 16v (130PS) ecoFLEX 2.0CDTi 16v (160PS) manual hatch/saloon 2.0CDTi 16v (160PS) ecoFLEX hatch/saloon Front ventilated: 321mm diameter Rear ventilated: 315mm diameter 2.0i 16v Turbo 2.0CDTi 16v (160PS) manual Sports Tourer 2.0CDTi 16v (160PS) automatic 2.0CDTi 16v (160PS) ecoFLEX Sports Tourer 2.0CDTi 16v (195PS) BiTurbo
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for adding this really appreciate it
@neilbrindley9108 3 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel video was a big help mate. Saved me a fair few quid 👍
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
That's great thank you for letting me know that's why I do them I'm glad it's helped and thank you again for your comment I really appreciate it
@jackbalsom470 4 жыл бұрын
What do you torque the calliper bolts too
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
As far as I know the rear is around 100nm but then it has to be turned around 60 degrees after that but please confirm it The front is 150nm and a bit further for the degrees but can't remember the exact number But I personally don't torque them I do them up tight with my breaker bar and never had issues I don't stand on the bar to tighten it but do it just as tight as my strength goes without giving my self an aneurysm lol
@Jackson-th6nb 2 жыл бұрын
Easy way of helping the disc come off is give it a hard tap with a hammer
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I do. But normally for me it's a beating not a tap 🤣🤣
@danlib09 5 жыл бұрын
How did you reset the electric handbrake? Thanks.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
Not 100% sure what you mean. It didn't need resetting
@jmarchant9155 4 жыл бұрын
No need to reset the handbrake as it'll auto adjust. It's like any car really, block off the two from wheels, press the handbrake button twice and it'll release it. I think there is a 'service mode' for the handbrake, this is where you hold down the button for 5-10 seconds. Once the disc and pad change has been completed pull up the button twice.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
Spot on 👍👍👍👍👍
@velthog 5 жыл бұрын
is the passenger caliper also a right hand direction to screw it in?
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
No think it's left hand That's why you get 2 different tools in the kit one for o/s one for n/s
@velthog 5 жыл бұрын
I did it yesterday and its not LEFT it is RIGHT both sides, so thats not why you get differnt tools in box the box is a universal kit some other cars may be differnt ways.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
@@velthog sorry thought it was left been a while since I did it
@velthog 5 жыл бұрын
no worries just thought I would clarify for people.
@Thediycarchannel 5 жыл бұрын
@@velthog thank you it helps I'm greatful 😉
@Ravsawicki1 3 жыл бұрын
Kij i po łbie za taki serwis!!
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Don't understand sorry
@paulcarter2907 Жыл бұрын
That's the first time I've an axe used on a motor
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 can't remember why now thing I lost my hammer
@mohammedshafiq4053 2 жыл бұрын
How do you change rear break pads on electrice handbreak in insignia 2.0l 2012 and 2013 plate
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
It's the same this is an electric handbrake
@mohammedshafiq4053 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel after you done breaks can you press handbreak botten or do i of to press foot break first .than press handbreak botten..? Thankyou mate
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Either both will do same job .
@mohammedshafiq4053 2 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel thankyou very much some people said you need computer to set breaks in electric hand break in vauxhall insignia 2.0l 2012 plate anyway thankyou mate
@Thediycarchannel 2 жыл бұрын
I didn't but if vauxhall have it I think that's the way they do it I did my brakes loads and never did anything special just put handbrake on and drove normally after
@keithevans8438 4 жыл бұрын
When bleeding the breaks, do you loosen the cap from were you top the fluid up, or do you keep the cap on tight.
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I loosen it shouldn't make a difference to bleeding but you need to keep checking and keep it topped up don't let it run dry would be a knightmare to bleed then with a pump
@patrykporozynski8088 4 жыл бұрын
What size of sponer needed to take off brake disc?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
It's a screw holding the disc on
@patrykporozynski8088 4 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel its a torx?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
No it's an Allen key but can't remember the size now To remove it Put the Allen key in your better with socket Allen keys once the Allen key is in give it a few hard hits with a hammer helps to loosen it other wise you will struggle to get it out 90% if the time
@patrykporozynski8088 4 жыл бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel torx T25 or T30?
@Thediycarchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure now on the size sorry been quite a long time since I did it It is quite small so could be a T25
@jamiemorris7688 Жыл бұрын
You've got some great videos but you really need to stop using copper grease everywhere. If you copper grease threads then torque to spec you have a reduced K factor so the clamping force has been increased along with the risk of stripping the threads. Copper grease is essentially bentone grease with added powdered copper, but the bentone grease will degrade rubber components such as seals. In the case of any aluminium parts (I know there aren't any in this video) the copper has a higher hardness value and will act as an abrasive against aluminium.
@Thediycarchannel Жыл бұрын
I appreciate your comment Jamie thank you
@Fritsvrolijk 3 жыл бұрын
whats happent with this car out of the see what a rust
@Thediycarchannel 3 жыл бұрын
Not sure what you mean frits ?
@yammydodger1988 7 ай бұрын
You absolutely 100% DO NOT have to unscrew the bleed nipple unless you are going to re-bleed the system, you only need to undo the reservoir cap then slowly wind back the caliper, it does not damage the seals as it is not under enough pressure when only winding back the pistons slowly.
@Thediycarchannel 7 ай бұрын
I have never said in any video you HAVE TO. It's recommended and yes it can and over time does damage the seals the system is hydrolic it's meant to work one way. Fluid is not meant to be forced back through the system. Plus when you release the nipple you can push the pistons back by hand no tools needed so make the job very easy if you have confidence to bleed it. If someone chooses not to undo nipple then that's OK it's there choice I don't tell anyone what they have to do only showing how to do brakes the way I do it I have never said its the only way.
@yammydodger1988 7 ай бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel you have no clue what you're talking about, what do you think happens when you remove your foot from the pedal after harsh braking, the pressure is released back through the system othetwise the brake pistons would't return to a resting position, again, if the calipers are wound back at a reasonably slow pace, it does no damage to the seals, even over time, another diy home mechanic that thinks he's qualified, go buy youself a hammer and learn how to use it on nails before trying to 'educate' others.
@Thediycarchannel 7 ай бұрын
@yammydodger1988 I do So when I let my foot of the brake the reservoir unscrews it self like you said you have to so the pressure it released 😂 No it don't And it's pressure being released when you lift your foot its not being forced back to the reservoir like it is when you do a brake job. And at no point like you have I said there's only one way to do it but you seem to think so. Maybe you should go and spend thousands on filming equipment and make videos, then deal with idiots like I have to 😉😉. Im just here to show how brakes can be done. None of my videos say this is the only way do it. So a reply to you You absolutely 100% CAN release the bleed nipples if you want to but if you don't want to then don't. Look forward to seeing your videos as you are obviously an expert
@yammydodger1988 7 ай бұрын
@@Thediycarchannel absolute amateur toolbox tool!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@Thediycarchannel 7 ай бұрын
Thank you I appreciate it
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