Contents: Execution order ↓ Security Control Check ↓
Execution order
1. If the condition of the brake pads allows their further use, clean them using a wire brush and a clean cloth.
2. Before installing the pads, check that the guide pins move freely in the caliper holder and make sure that the rubber protective boots of the guide pins are not damaged.
3. Clean dust and dirt from the caliper and piston.
4. Check the condition of the dust seal around the piston.
5. Using a wire brush, clean the brake disc from traces of rust.
6. Measure the thickness of the brake disc.
7. When installing new brake pads, it is necessary to screw the piston into the caliper.
Warning: When screwing in the piston, brake fluid is forced out of the brake cylinder into the expansion tank, so constantly monitor the brake fluid level in the tank. If necessary, pump out the fluid from the tank.
8. To screw the piston into the cylinder, use the VW 3272 tool. To screw in the piston, install the tool so that the tool flange fits into the piston grooves (A – location for installing the wrench).
9. Rotate the special tool body counterclockwise until it stops. Rotate the special tool handle clockwise to screw the piston into the caliper.
10. If screwing in the piston is difficult, place a 13 mm wrench on the slots at the base of the handle and use the wrench to screw in the piston.
11. If you don't have a special tool, screw the piston into the caliper using angled snap ring pliers.
12. Install new spring clips into the caliper.
13. Install the brake pads into the caliper holder.
14. If old brake pads are being installed, check that they are installed in their original position.
15. When installing new brake pads, remove the protective film from them.
16. Install the caliper and secure it with new bolts, tightening them to a torque of 35 Nm.
17. Connect the handbrake cable (3) to the caliper by pressing the lever (2) in the direction of the arrow and connecting the handbrake cable to the lever. Secure the handbrake cable casing with the spring clip (1).
18. Adjust the handbrake operation.
19. Install the rear wheels, then lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten the wheel bolts.
20. Press the brake pedal several times to press the brake pads against the brake disc.
21. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top it up if necessary.
Warning: Be careful to allow new brake pads to run in. To do this, at a speed of about 80 km/h, slow down several times to a speed of 40 km/h by lightly pressing the pedal. In between, allow the brake pads to cool slightly.
Warning: After installing new brake pads, avoid sudden braking during the first 200 km of vehicle travel.
Security Control Check
1. Check that the brake hoses are tightly tightened.
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2. Check if the brake hose is secured in the holder.
3. Check that the bleed screws are securely tightened.
4. Check if the brake fluid level is sufficient.
5. Check with the engine running. Press the brake pedal with a force of 20–30 kg/m for about 10 seconds, but the pedal should not fall through.
6. Check the tightness of all listed connections.
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