Brake Caliper, Replacing, 1LM: Removing

-- Insert the Brake Pedal Actuator VAG 1869/2 between the brake pedal and driver seat by pressing the brake pedal down at least 60 mm.

-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheels.

-- Connect the hose from a bleeder bottle to one of the bleeder screws on the front caliper.

-- Open a bleeder screw on the front brake caliper to reduce the pressure from the brake system.

-- Close the bleed screw and tighten to 15 Nm.

-- Remove the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 1LM .

-- Remove the brake hose -8- from the brake caliper.

Fig 1: Overview Of Front Brakes Components (1LM)

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-- Hold the brake caliper steady and remove the bolts -13-.