Brake Caliper, Replacing, 1LM: 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.
-- 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 pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 1LM .
-- Remove the brake hose -8- from the brake caliper.
-- Hold the brake caliper steady and remove the bolts -13-.