Change Car Front Brake Pads Ford Tourneo Custom

Change Car Front Brake Pads

Easy 1h30 ~150£
Estimated time 1h30
Estimated labour cost ~150£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Tourneo Custom 2013-2023 33
  • 1.0 (EcoBoost) + Range Extender PHEV Electricity,Petrol (M1FA)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BCFC)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BCFD)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BJFC)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BKFC)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BKFD)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BLFC)
  • 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BLFD)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (P0FB)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BCFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BCFB)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BCFF)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BJFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BJFB)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BKFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BKFB)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BLFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BLFB)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (P0FA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YLF6)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YLFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YLFS)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YMF6)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YMFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YMFS)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YNF6)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YNFA)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YNFS)
  • 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (YNR6)
  • 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CVFF)
  • 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYFF)
  • 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (DRFF)
  • 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (DRFG)
Tourneo Custom 2023-2025 6
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BCFA)
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BFJA)
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BJAA)
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BJFA)
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BKAA)
  • 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BKFA)
Renew the front brake pads 1h30
Renew the rear brake pads 1h30
Renew the front brake pads (4WD, Front-wheel drive) 1h30
Renew the rear brake pads Front-wheel drive 1h30

What is the role of front brake pads on a Ford Tourneo Custom?

When you press the brake pedal, the brake caliper pistons press the brake pads against the rotating discs. Through friction, kinetic energy is converted into heat, slowing the vehicle. During heavy braking, brake pads and discs can reach temperatures up to 800°C.

How do I know if I need to change the Ford Tourneo Custom front brake pads?

On vehicles equipped with brake wear sensors, a warning light will appear on the dashboard. On vehicles without wear sensors, visually check the pad thickness (minimum 2–3 mm of lining material). Other symptoms: squealing noise when braking, increased braking distance, vibration through the brake pedal.

When should you change your Ford Tourneo Custom front brake pads?

No fixed replacement interval — wear depends on driving style, journey type, and vehicle weight. On average, front brake pads last 30,000–50,000 km. Always replace pads in pairs (both sides of the same axle).

Is it difficult to change Ford Tourneo Custom front brake pads?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (jack, axle stands, brake caliper piston rewind tool, torque wrench). Important: pump the brake pedal several times before driving to restore pad contact. Bed in new pads gently over the first 200 km.

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2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Tourneo Custom 2013-2023 2013-2023 1.0 (EcoBoost) + Range Extender PHEV Electricity,Petrol (M1FA), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BCFC), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BCFD), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BJFC), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BKFC), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (… 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol
Tourneo Custom 2023-2025 2023-2025 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BCFA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BFJA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BJAA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BJFA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BKAA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BKFA), 2.0 EcoBlue Diesel (BKFB) Diesel

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