CursedBones Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 ---------------------------------------------------------- -Ford Fiesta Zetec JA8 08-13 ---------------------------------------------------------- -After replacing either pads or discs bedding is required -Drive to a secure location using the brakes as minimally as possible -Get up to 35mph and then moderate brake until about 5mph. Don’t come to a complete stop. Get back up to 35mph and then repeat. -Do this for a total of 10 'stops' -Now launch the car to 50mph & emergency stop to about 5mph. Don’t come to a complete stop. Get back up to 50mph and then repeat. -Do this for a total of 3 'stops' -Now drive for 10 minutes whilst trying not to use the brakes whilst they cool down and evenly coat the rotors with friction material -Now park up for 5 minutes to fully let the brakes cool down (don't use the handbrake) ---------------------------------------------------------- Useful sources: How to Bed Your New Brake Pads | DIY | ECS Tuning ---------------------------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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