Front Brake Caliper, Replacing: Installing

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NOTE:

Replace the bolts -13-.

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts -13-, Brake Caliper And Brake Hose -8-, Installation

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-- Install the brake caliper using new bolts -13- and tighten.

-- Install the brake hose -8- in the brake caliper.

NOTE:

Brake hose in brake caliper 16 Nm.

Brake pressure line to brake hose: 16 Nm.

-- Install brake pads, refer to BRAKE PADS .

-- Remove V.A.G 1869/2.

-- Bleed brake system, refer to BLEEDING, WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM .

NOTE:

Bleed each brake caliper at both bleed screws.

-- Mount the wheels.

Wheel bolt tightening specification, refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

CAUTION:

After the first drive, depress brake pedal firmly several times with vehicle stationary so that the brake pads are properly seated in their normal operating position.

CAUTION:

Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.