The video below will show you how to replace the brake pads on the Vanmoof S3 & X3. You’ll also find step by step instruction below the video.

1.Prepare your tools

• You will need a pair of thin pliers, a medium flathead screwdriver and Allen key 5 from your VanMoof toolbox.
  
  

2. Remove the brake caliper

• Flip the bike upside down.
  
• Remove the two bolts from the brake caliper using Allen key 5.
  
• Slide the caliper off the brake disc.
  
  

3. Remove the brake pads

• Push the brake pads back using a medium flathead screwdriver
  
• Rotate the pad then remove using a pair of thin pliers.
  
  

4. Insert the new brake pads

• Insert the new brake pads then rotate into position.
  
• Make sure the new pads are pushed all the way back with the medium flat head screwdriver.
  
  

5.Replace the brake caliper

• Slide the brake caliper over the brake disc.
  
• Reinsert the two bolts using Allen key 5 – don’t tighten them yet.
  
• Squeeze the brakes a few times, then continue to hold them while you firmly tighten the two bolts using Allen key 5.
  
  

6. Check the brake caliper alignment

• Spin the wheel to make sure it spins freely.
  
• If the wheel does not spin freely, slightly loosen the bolts so the brake caliper is loose.
  
• Squeeze the brakes again, then continue to hold them while you firmly tighten the two bolts using Allen key 5. 
• The wheel should now spin freely.
  
• If the wheel still does not spin freely, please contact customer support.
  
• Turn the bike the right way up.
  
• Make sure to test your brakes before riding.
  
  

For more help, please contact customer support.