Brake Caliper, Replacing : Removing

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Fig 1: Brake Pedal Depressor VAG 1869/2 Inserted Between Brake Pedal And Driver's Seat

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-- Remove the affected front wheel while observing the safety precautions for vehicles with ceramic brakes. Refer to Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment .

-- Insert the Brake Pedal Actuator VAG 1869/2 between the brake pedal and driver seat. Preload the brake pedal at least 60 mm.

NOTE: By doing this, the valves in the brake master cylinder are closed and the brake fluid reservoir does not run empty.

-- Remove the protective cap -3- from the bleed screw -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Protective Cap, Bleed Screw And Container Bleeder Hose

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-- Attach the container bleeder hose -2- to the bleed screw.

WARNING: When working with brake fluid, observe relevant safety precautions and notes. Refer to BRAKE FLUID .

-- Open the bleed screw to reduce the pressure in the hydraulic system.

-- Close the bleed screw and remove the container.

NOTE: Do not remove the Brake Pedal Actuator VAG 1869/2.

-- Remove the union bolt -2-.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Hose

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-- Free up the brake hose -1- at the brackets -arrows-.

-- Detach the brake hose from the brake caliper and remove it.

-- Remove brake pads. Refer to Removing .