A lot of people say yes, and there's also alot that say it doesn't matter..... I normally do as it can damage the seals in the master cylinder if the excess pressure isn't released. I have never had one fail but I don't want to be stuck at the weekend or an evening with all the parts shops closed....
Ignore his reply because his reply is false information.There is no excess pressure in the reservoir. He lies. You can tell he is an internet mechanic and not a trained one. No trained mechanic would use tools this way or the process he used.
This one is the 1.6 diesel d-sport, when the injectors went it cost me nearly £1k just to put it in perspective but a really nice car, maybe the 1.6thp is another option,
I have the 2010 petrol and it is great. Only had it a few weeks so can’t say much about long term reliability but honestly haven’t heard the best. I’d say you’re better off buying from a dealer and getting a warranty because the parts that tend to go on these can get expensive. If you get one make sure it has had timing chain/water pump changed around 80 miles if no warranty, as they’ll go between 80-100k
Get the 1.6hdi, while sure the injectors can be expensive. The thp petrol engine is unreliable and has many instances on the ds3 where the engine blows up. Normally from lack of maintenance but I'd just personally avoid it. Either get purtech or hdi
Watch out if it's got adblue because that can cost £2.5k . Tank/injector/pipe etc. My daughter's did last year. Half the value of the car. Bad fault not just on this model as the adblue system is generic
Thanks for the video, much appreciated! Saved us £330!!!
Glad it gave you the confidence to tackle this job by yourself 👍
I would not let the caliper hang down unsupported when removed. Tie it up to the coil spring to take the weight off the flexible hose
Ex mechanic (old school) modern cars are lots better to work on than in the 69/70s
When you push the piston back do.you need to open the fluid reservoir?
A lot of people say yes, and there's also alot that say it doesn't matter..... I normally do as it can damage the seals in the master cylinder if the excess pressure isn't released. I have never had one fail but I don't want to be stuck at the weekend or an evening with all the parts shops closed....
Ignore his reply because his reply is false information.There is no excess pressure in the reservoir. He lies. You can tell he is an internet mechanic and not a trained one. No trained mechanic would use tools this way or the process he used.
What did you put the axel stand on? Wishbone bolt?
subframe area
I'm looking to buy this car 2010-2011-2012 which one you recommend me?petrol or diesel?which one is more reliable? and which hp?
This one is the 1.6 diesel d-sport, when the injectors went it cost me nearly £1k just to put it in perspective but a really nice car, maybe the 1.6thp is another option,
I have the 2010 petrol and it is great. Only had it a few weeks so can’t say much about long term reliability but honestly haven’t heard the best. I’d say you’re better off buying from a dealer and getting a warranty because the parts that tend to go on these can get expensive. If you get one make sure it has had timing chain/water pump changed around 80 miles if no warranty, as they’ll go between 80-100k
Get the 1.6hdi, while sure the injectors can be expensive. The thp petrol engine is unreliable and has many instances on the ds3 where the engine blows up. Normally from lack of maintenance but I'd just personally avoid it. Either get purtech or hdi
Watch out if it's got adblue because that can cost £2.5k . Tank/injector/pipe etc. My daughter's did last year. Half the value of the car. Bad fault not just on this model as the adblue system is generic
Do you know what size the screw u put into the brake disc to keep it into place??
No sorry I don't, I'm sure if you search on ebay for them they might come up.
Did you learn by yourself or are you a mechanic by profession? Just interested to know.
Thanks for your interest Roland, I'm a mechanic.
Clearly an amateur because no trained mechanic would operate in this fashion.
Helped alot its the same as a DS5 but bigger 🤣
Music not necessary.just annoying.good video . 2:13