Brake Caliper, Replacing, 1LT And 1LY: 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.

Fig 1: Brake Pedal Depressor VAG 1869/2 Inserted Between Brake Pedal And Driver's Seat

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-- 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 13 Nm.

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

-- Remove brake hose from brake caliper.

-- Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.

-- Remove the bolts -5- on the brake carrier while holding the carrier securely.

Fig 2: Overview Of Front Brakes Components (1LT And 1LY)

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-- Remove the brake carrier.