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.


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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