Removal and installation front brake pads FN 3 (VW Tiguan 1)

Removal

Mark the position of the brake pads if they are still to be used. They must be installed back in the same places, otherwise there will be uneven distribution of braking forces between the wheels! Remove the wheels. Use a screwdriver to pry up the support spring "arrow" from the brake caliper.



Disconnect electrical connector "1" of the brake pad wear indicator.



Remove the arrow caps.



Unscrew and remove both guide "arrows" from the brake caliper. Remove the brake caliper and tie it with wire so that its weight does not damage the brake hose. Remove the brake pads from the brake caliper housing and bracket.





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Thoroughly clean the brake pad support surfaces on the brake caliper, remove corrosion products. Clean the caliper, especially thoroughly in the pad seat (there should be no glue or grease residue here). Use only alcohol to clean the brake caliper.

Installation

Before pressing the piston into the cylinder using a special device, it is necessary to pump out some of the brake fluid from the reservoir. If the brake fluid was added as the brake pads wore out, this will help to avoid leaks and the damage they cause. Press the piston into the caliper. Remove the protective film from the support plate of the outer brake pad. Install the outer brake pad on the brake caliper. Insert the inner brake pad with the retaining spring into the brake caliper (piston). When installing, glue the pad only when it occupies the proper position in the caliper. Do not allow the adhesive layer to be damaged.



Screw the brake caliper to the bracket using two guides. Install both protective caps. Install the support spring in the brake caliper. Connect the brake pad wear sensor cable connectors. Install the wheels.


Instructions: After each replacement of brake pads, press the brake pedal hard several times. This is necessary so that the brake pads take their working position. After replacing the pads, check the brake fluid level.

Tightening torque: guides to brake caliper - 30 Nm.