Left/Right Parking Brake Motor -V282- / -V283-, Removing And Installing: Installing

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 18 other vehicles, including the 2016 Audi S4, 2016 Audi A4 Quattro, 2016 Audi A4, 2015 Audi S4, and 2015 Audi A4 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

-- Install new seal.

-- Turn the brake caliper adjuster screw -1- back slightly.

Fig 1: Turning Brake Caliper Adjuster Screw

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

NOTE:

This makes it easier to install the actuator.

-- Position the actuator.

NOTE:

Make sure that the seal is seated correctly

-- Item -2- Then rotate actuator so bolt hole -a- and threads in brake caliper housing -b- are brought into alignment.

Fig 2: Aligning Actuator And Threads In Brake Caliper Housing

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Make sure that parking brake actuator is seated flush against the brake caliper.

-- Install both bolts on the actuator. Tightening specification: 12 Nm.

Fig 3: Installing Actuator Bolts

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Always install the bolts a few turns by hand. If threads are damaged, the entire brake caliper must be replaced!

NOTE:

Only insert connector by hand to avoid damaging it.

Make sure that connectors on vehicle side and actuator side are free of dirt and damage.

-- Install connector.

-- Install the wheels. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

After replacing the actuator, the basic setting must be performed with the vehicle diagnostic tester in the EPB function.

To do so, use the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

Fig 4: Connecting Diagnostic Cable VAS 5051/5A To Diagnostic Connector

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Then select under "Function" the corresponding functions.