Cll 41
Brake Pads
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Torque wrench (VAG 1331)
• Resetting & extracting tool (T 10165)
Removing
When removing, mark the brake pads in case they will be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise braking effect will be uneven!
- Remove the wheels.
- Counter hold the guide pins and remove the bolts for the brake caliper.
- Remove the brake caliper and secure it with wire so that the weight of the brake caliper does not burden or damage the brake hose.
- Remove the brake pads and anti-rattle springs - arrows -.
Cleaning
CAUTION!
Do not use compressed air to blow on the brake system components, the dust produced is harmful to health!
- Contact surfaces between the brake pads and brake carrier must be cleaned, removing any corrosion.
- Clean the brake caliper.
Use only appropriate solvents for cleaning brake caliper.
Installing
Before pressing the piston into the cylinder bore, some brake fluid must be extracted from the brake fluid reservoir. Otherwise, especially if the reservoir has been topped off, fluid will overflow and cause damage.
- Press the piston into the bore using the resetting & extracting tool ( T 10165 ) and (1065/1). Do not damage the protective caps.
• For pistons that are difficult to press in, a 13 mm open end wrench can be used at the location - arrow A - on the resetting & extracting tool ( T 10165 ).
- Insert the brake pad anti rattle springs - arrows - and brake pads to the brake carrier.
- Make sure that the brake pads are located correctly in the anti rattle springs - arrows -.
- Secure the brake caliper using the new self locking bolts.
• The repair kit includes four self locking bolts which must be installed in ALL cases.
- Install the wheels.
Tightening specification for wheel bolts.
• After replacing the brake pads, press the brake pedal firmly several times with the vehicle stationary so that the brake pads are properly seated in their normal operating position.
• Check the brake fluid level after replacing brake pad.
