Maxus Deliver 5 Brake Replacement: Front Pads & Discs

Maxus Deliver 5 brake replacement for the front pads and discs is straightforward for any competent mechanic or well-equipped DIYer – but fitting the correct genuine SAIC parts is critical for safe stopping and long pad life. This guide walks you through the job, the parts you need and how to make sure they actually fit your van.

When Do Deliver 5 Front Brakes Need Replacing?

Front brakes do the bulk of the stopping work on any panel van, and a loaded Deliver 5 puts serious demand on pads and discs. Common signs that yours are due include:

• A grinding or squealing noise under braking
• The van pulling to one side when you press the pedal
• Increased stopping distances, especially when loaded
• A pulsing or vibration through the brake pedal (typically warped discs)
• Visible wear – most genuine SAIC pads include a wear indicator slot; if you cannot see it, the pad is past its limit

If you are unsure, any garage can measure remaining pad thickness and disc run-out in a few minutes.

Why Genuine SAIC Parts, Not Pattern?

The Deliver 5 is a SAIC-manufactured vehicle – some owners may not realise that Maxus vans are built by SAIC Motor and may search under both the Maxus and LDV names. Genuine parts are made to the original engineering specification, including the correct friction material compound, disc metallurgy and dimensional tolerances.

Pattern or aftermarket brake components may physically bolt on but often differ in friction coefficient or heat dissipation characteristics. On a commercial van that spends its life loaded, that difference matters. Genuine SAIC pads and discs are designed and tested for the Deliver 5’s gross vehicle weight and braking system.

Maxus Deliver 5 Brake Replacement: Step-by-Step Front Pads and Discs

This is the general procedure. Always refer to the SAIC workshop manual for torque settings specific to your variant.

1. Preparation – Park on a firm, level surface. Chock the rear wheels. Loosen the front wheel bolts before jacking. Support the van on axle stands – never work under a jack alone.
2. Remove the wheel – Take off the wheel bolts and remove the wheel to expose the brake caliper and disc.
3. Remove the caliper – Undo the caliper slide-pin bolts (typically two). Lift the caliper off the disc and support it with a wire hook or cable tie from the suspension – do not let it hang by the brake hose.
4. Remove the old pads – Slide the worn pads out of the caliper bracket. Note the position of any anti-rattle clips or shims.
5. Remove the disc (if replacing) – Undo the caliper bracket bolts and remove the bracket. The disc should now pull free. If it is seized to the hub, a few taps with a rubber mallet usually frees it. Clean any corrosion from the hub face before fitting the new disc.
6. Fit the new disc – Locate the new genuine disc onto the hub. Refit the caliper bracket and torque the bolts to the manufacturer’s specification.
7. Push back the piston – Use a brake piston wind-back tool or a large G-clamp with an old pad to push the caliper piston fully back into the caliper bore. Open the bleed nipple slightly while doing this to avoid forcing dirty fluid back through the ABS module (optional but good practice).
8. Fit the new pads – Install the new genuine pads into the bracket, making sure any shims and anti-rattle clips are in the correct positions.
9. Refit the caliper – Slide the caliper back over the new pads and disc. Tighten the slide-pin bolts to the correct torque.
10. Refit the wheel – Tighten wheel bolts in a star pattern to the specified torque.
11. Bed in – Before driving normally, pump the brake pedal several times until it feels firm. Then drive gently for the first few miles, making a series of moderate stops from around 30 mph to bed the pads to the discs.

Getting the Right Parts for Your Deliver 5

This is where most DIYers and independent garages run into trouble. The Deliver 5 is not a single specification – SAIC has revised brake components across production runs, and different variants may use different disc diameters or pad shapes. Ordering by model name alone can result in the wrong parts arriving.

We check every order against your VIN or vehicle registration before we dispatch. Use our vehicle lookup tool to find the correct brake parts for your specific Deliver 5, or enter your registration on the registration lookup page and we will match the right OEM components to your van.

If you are ordering for a fleet, our trade account application offers streamlined ordering across multiple vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I just replace the pads without changing the discs?

Yes, if the discs are still within their minimum thickness specification and are not scored, lipped or warped. Run your fingernail across the disc surface – if you can feel a pronounced lip at the outer edge or deep scoring, replace both pads and discs together. Fitting new pads to worn discs reduces braking performance and shortens pad life.

I searched for LDV Deliver 5 brakes – are the parts the same?

The Deliver 5 is manufactured by SAIC Motor and sold under the Maxus brand in the UK. Some older listings or forums may reference LDV. The genuine parts are the same SAIC OEM components regardless of which brand name you search. If you are unsure, give us your registration or VIN and we will confirm the exact part numbers.

How do I know which OEM part number I need?

You do not need to know the part number in advance. Enter your VIN or registration into our lookup tool and we match the correct part to your van’s build specification. If you prefer, contact us directly and we will look it up for you.

Do you deliver brake parts next day?

We ship UK-wide via FedEx from our warehouse in Norfolk. Check our shipping information page for current delivery options and timescales.

What if the parts do not fit my van?

Because we verify fitment against your VIN before dispatch, incorrect parts are rare. In the unlikely event of an issue, we have a straightforward returns and exchanges process.

Get the Right Brakes for Your Deliver 5

Use our vehicle lookup to find genuine SAIC front brake pads and discs matched to your Deliver 5, or call us with your registration and we will confirm the correct OEM parts for your van. Every order is fitment-checked before it leaves our warehouse.