Brake Caliper, Replacing, Steel Brakes, 1LM/1LX: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

-- Bring the brake caliper into its installed position and tighten the new bolts -1-.

-- Install the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, STEEL BRAKES, 1LM/1LX .

-- Install the brake hose -1- in the brake caliper and tighten.

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-- Check the retaining spring -3- for damage and replace if necessary.

-- Insert the brake hose into the brackets -arrows- and connect it to the brake line by tightening the union bolt -2-.

NOTE:

Make sure the brake hose is routed correctly.

Make sure the brake hose is not blocked, bent, twisted or rubbing against the vehicle.

-- Remove the :VAG1869/2 .

-- Only bleed the brakes on the wheel from which the brake caliper and the brake hose was loosened. Refer to HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, BLEEDING .

NOTE:

If the brake pedal still feels "soft", completely bleed the brakes. Refer to HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, BLEEDING .

-- Install the front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

WARNING:

Risk of accident!

With the vehicle stationary, firmly press the brake pedal several times so that the brake pads in the operating condition properly sit in their respective position.
Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.