Brake Caliper, Replacing, 1LA, 1LB, 1LJ And 1LD 1ZT + S4 /S5: Removing

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-- 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 15 Nm.

NOTE:

Do not remove the Brake Pedal Actuator VAG1869/2.

-- Remove the brake pressure line from the brake caliper.

-- Remove the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 1LA, 1LB, 1LJ AND 1LD 1ZT + S4 /S5 .

NOTE:

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

-- Remove the brake caliper -7- from the vehicle.

Fig 2: Overview Of Front Brakes Components (1LA, 1LB, 1LJ And 1LD 1ZT +S4 /S5)

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CAUTION:

Never remove bolts -6 and 9-

-- Remove the bolts -3- on the brake carrier while holding the carrier securely.

-- Remove the brake carrier.