Have been trying to compress the caliper

Hi,

Replacing front brake pads and rotors really isn't too hard. You can expect to get around 25,000 miles from a set of pads, but that is based on driving habits and terrain. Changing them yourself can save you a lot. If you get lifetime parts from a parts store and do it yourself, you shouldn't have to pay for brake pad replacement again.

First, here is a link that shows in general how the process is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Here are the directions specific to your vehicle. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

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2007 Jaguar S-Type (X200) V6-3.0L
Brake Pads - Vehicles With: Standard Brakes, VIN Range: M45255->N52206
Vehicle Brakes and Traction Control Disc Brake System Brake Pad Service and Repair Procedures Front Disc Brake Brake Pads - Vehicles With: Standard Brakes, VIN Range: M45255->N52206
BRAKE PADS - VEHICLES WITH: STANDARD BRAKES, VIN RANGE: M45255->N52206
Brake Pads - Vehicles With: Standard Brakes, VIN Range: M45255->N52206 (70.40.02)
Removal
1. Remove both front wheels and tires.

pic 1

2. Detach the anti-lock brake (ABS) sensor wiring harness from the retaining clips.

pic 2

3. Rotate the brake caliper upwards.
Remove and discard the brake caliper lower retaining bolt.
Rotate the brake caliper upwards.

pic 3

4. Remove the brake pads.

Installation

pic 4

1. WARNING: Do not use compressed air to disperse brake dust into the atmosphere.

CAUTION: If the pistons are pushed back into the housing, brake fluid will be forced back into the brake fluid reservoir. I

CAUTION: Make sure the brake disc faces are clean before installation. I

CAUTION: Brake pads must always be replaced in axle sets.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Using a suitable tool, fully retract the brake caliper pistons.
Install a new brake caliper lower retaining bolt.
Tighten to 34 Nm.

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Brake Rotor Replacement

2007 Jaguar S-Type (X200) V6-3.0L
Brake Disc
Vehicle Brakes and Traction Control Disc Brake System Brake Rotor/Disc Service and Repair Procedures Front Standard Brakes Brake Disc
BRAKE DISC
Brake Disc Vehicles Without: Brembo Brakes

Removal

1. Remove the brake pads.

pic 5

2. CAUTION: The brake caliper must be supported at all times.

Detach the brake caliper and brake caliper anchor plate and secure to one side.
Remove and discard the brake caliper retaining bolts.

pic 6

3. NOTE: If the same brake disc is to be installed, the tip of a hub must be marked with a corresponding part of the brake disc for alignment.

Remove the brake disc.
Remove and discard the brake disc retaining clips.

Installation

pic 7

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Tighten to 103 Nm.

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe