LR3 brake warning reset

[tubolove]

We have an 06 LR3. Replaced front brake pads, rotors, and sensor w OEM parts. The dinging noise from the dashboard has since stopped, but the screen on the dash still has the same warning to "check pads". The dealer wants $60.00 for the priviledge of resetting the computer. Is there a way to do it myself???

 

[roverman]

Sorry I don't have your answer for you. But I was just thinking of posting this question when I saw your post. How easy is it to change the pads? Special tools needed? I hope you find a reset solution b/c there's no way i'm going to let the dealer do the work either.

 

[tubolove]

Front brakes are a breeze. If pads only: remove wheel, remove lower 12mm(if I remember right) bolt on the bottom caliper pin, and loosen the upper 12mm bolt and tilt the caliper up towards the top of the wheel well. Compress the two brake pistons slowly with a C clamp. Remove pads and clips. Replace with new clips and pads. Swing caliper back down. Replace lower bolt with new bolt with blue lock tite (supplied with kit). Completely remove upper bolt and replace with the new bolt. Tighten, replace wheel, road test.

If replacing or turning rotors, you'll have to remove the entire caliper assembly which will require the removal of (2) 13/16 12 POINT BOLTS, and a torx bit screw on the rotor itself, but is straightforward as well. Be mindfull of the various sensors.

 

[nwoods]

You are encouraged to replace the sensors as well when you do the pads. They just clip into the harness. It's easy and they are inexpensive.

As for clearing the fault code, yeah, you need the dealer to do it...or an independant shop with a full T4 Testbook computer. There are a few around here in SoCal that can do that.

 

[roverman]

Cool. Thanks, I'll just do it a little early and save that time and $$ as well.
Thanks for the info!

 

[tubolove]

Thanks for the info...... I'm off to the dealer...

 

[Houm_WA]

Quick Question...

...for those that have replaced brakes. Did they FEEL like they were losing thickness or otherwise wearing down/needing replacement?

I have an '05 with 42,000 miles on it, and the brakes feel like they're brand new. I am a "soft braker" and I use CommandShift a lot...but shouldn't I at least feel some kind of softness in the brake pedal at this point?

 

[kwlr3]

I just replaced all 4 wheelsets with new pads and wear sensors. At the last service the dealer said I would be due for brakes at the next stop. Knowing what the dealer charges, I elected to do it myself. At 39,300 miles they where about 1/2 worn. I can't say that I noticed any change in the brake action as they wore but, I did notice a firmer pedal after the change. I guess due to that much less fluid in the system. I put a disproprotionate number of highway miles on the LR3 and maybe could have gone another 20,000. If your at 40,000 miles and your going to do the job your self, don't wait. Do it now and while you're at it throroughly clean the rims, put anti-seize on the hubs, studs, and lugs, and get new tires. The improved ride is worth the money spent.

As to changing the brakes, I had to use a narrow 15mm (???) spanner to keep the posts from turning while I removed the caliper bolts. It helps if you have a bike bearing wrench as these are really thin.

I replaced the wretched Goodyears with 5 Michelin 4x4 Diamaris 275/55/19's. This slightly larger size put the spedo dead on instead of reading about 2 1/2% higher. This is the largest tire that will fit the spare well while inflated. The ride is unbelievably better.

 

[Houm_WA]

Thanks....

 

[Houm_WA]

Rotors

..does Land Rover CHANGE the rotors or just turn them?

If they put new ones on for $1100....that's not that bad!