Brake Carrier

Brake Carrier

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1331)

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)

• Resetting and extracting tool (T10165)

Removing

• When removing, mark brake pads that will be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise braking effect will be uneven!

Do not open the brake hydraulic system when removing!

- Loosen the wheel bolts.

- Raise the vehicle.

- Remove the wheel.

- Remove brake pads. Refer to => [ Brake Pads ] Brake Pads.

- Remove brake caliper and secure with wire so that the weight of the brake caliper does not burden or damage the brake hose.

- Unscrew the threaded connection - arrows - on the brake carrier - 1 -.






- Install the brake carrier - 1 -.

Cleaning

Do not blow brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!

• Use only appropriate solvents for cleaning brake system.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Thoroughly clean the contact surfaces on the brake carrier for the brake pads and remove any corrosion.

• If using the brake pads again, install the marked pads in the same location.

- Secure the brake caliper with new self-locking screws. Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

• Each time after replacing brake pads, depress brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.

• Check the brake fluid level after removing the brake pads.

- Install the wheel and tighten.

Tightening Specification