Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Torque Wrench 1410:VAG1410
Torque Wrench 80-400Nm:VAG1576
Brake Pedal Actuator:VAG1869/2 .

Work procedure applies only for replacing or when performing subsequent service work on brake caliper.

-- Remove the wheels.

-- Connect bleeder hose of bleeder bottle to bleeder valve of brake caliper and then open bleeder valve.

-- Insert the Brake Pedal Actuator:VAG1869/2 .

-- Close bleeder valve and remove the bleeder bottle.

-- Remove brake line from brake caliper.

-- Remove bracket -item 16- OVERVIEW - FRONT BRAKES, BREMBO 17" List Item:Lower Bracket from wheel bearing housing.

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

-- Remove brake caliper from wheel bearing housing.