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28/01/2024: Braking’s Bad

Ah the brake overhaul job, it’s becoming second nature to me. Yet the pain that comes with having to remove the hub assembly in order to change the disc for some is annoyance, it does mean you are in someways forced to inspect bearings and seals etc.

Following the below to get an idea of the methodology and required tooling to carry out this job. (Caliper and disc replacement).

How to Replace Rear Brake Discs & Calipers on a 2005 Land Rover Defender 110

This guide walks you through replacing the rear brake discs and calipers, which on this model require removing the hub assembly.

Tools & Equipment Needed:

- Jack and axle stands

- Breaker bar

- Sockets (13mm, 14mm, 17mm, 19mm, 52mm hub nut socket)

- Torque wrench

- Brake hose clamp

- Brake fluid (Dot 4 or 5.1)

- Brake cleaner

- Wire brush

- Copper grease

- Bungee cord or hook

- Brake bleeding kit

1. Preparation

1. Park on a level surface, engage the handbrake, and chock the front wheels.

2. Loosen the rear wheel nuts slightly.

3. Jack up the rear axle and secure it on axle stands.

4. Remove the wheels.

2. Remove the Brake Caliper & Pads

5. Use a brake hose clamp to prevent fluid loss and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper.

6. Remove the two caliper bolts.

7. Carefully remove the caliper and suspend it with a bungee cord (do not let it hang by the hose).

8. Remove the brake pads.

3. Remove the Drive Flange & Hub Assembly

9. Remove the drive flange bolts and remove the flange.

10. Remove the circlip and washer from the driveshaft end.

11. Undo the hub nuts and remove them.

12. Slide the hub and wheel bearing assembly off the stub axle. Be careful, as the outer wheel bearing may come loose.

4. Replace the Brake Disc

13. Remove the disc retaining screws.

14. Remove the old brake disc from the hub (may require a hammer or press).

15. Clean the hub face and install the new brake disc.

16. Secure it with the retaining screws.

5. Reassemble the Hub & Drive Flange

17. Reinstall the hub onto the stub axle with the bearings in place.

18. Tighten the hub nut fully, then back it off slightly to allow for proper bearing preload.

19. Reinstall the washer and circlip on the driveshaft end.

20. Reattach the drive flange and secure it.

6. Reinstall the Brake Components

21. Reinstall the caliper carrier and tighten the bolts.

22. Insert the new brake pads with copper grease on contact points (not friction surface).

23. Compress the caliper piston using a C-clamp or piston tool.

24. Reattach the caliper and tighten the bolts.

7. Reconnect Brake Hose & Bleed Brakes

25. Reattach the brake hose and secure it.

26. Refill brake fluid if needed and bleed the brakes to remove air.

8. Final Checks & Reassembly

27. Reinstall the wheels and tighten the wheel nuts.

28. Lower the vehicle and double-check all connections.

29. Pump the brake pedal to seat the pads.

30. Check for leaks and test drive at low speed.

Notes:

Always replace brake components in pairs.

Ensure wheel bearings are greased and properly adjusted before reinstalling the hub.

After installation, bed in the new brakes by performing several gentle stops from moderate speeds.

Parts list

Inner stub axle seal - OE Manufacturer: FTC5268G

Gasket - stub axle to axle: FTC3648

Rear stub axles: FTC3188

Stub axle mudshield: FRC2310

Screw M6 X 20: FS106207L

Washer: 2215L

Rear caliper AP (OEM) - 110/130 - LH - from 1A614448: SMC500260G

Rear caliper AP (OEM) - 110/130 - RH - from 1A614448: SMC500270G

Stainless Steel Brake Shield Bracket: DA4789

Wheel Bearings - Timken (OE): STC4382G

110 & 130 Rear POWERspec Brake Kit - From XA159807: 110-RP

Bolts: LR082331

I hope the above brief explanation gives you confidence to go give it ago yourself.