Brake Caliper, Replacing : Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Do not loosen the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 1: Do Not Loosen The Bolts

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WARNING: There is a risk of malfunction. Do not loosen the bolts -arrows-.

Tightening specifications. Refer to OVERVIEW - FRONT BRAKES .

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

Fig 2: Identifying Bolts

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-- Install the brake pads. Refer to Installing .

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

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Hose

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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 or rubbing against the vehicle.

-- Remove the Brake Pedal Actuator VAG 1869/2.

NOTE: Only bleed the brakes on the wheel which the brake caliper and the brake line was separated. If the brake pedal still feels "soft", completely bleed the brakes. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .

-- Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING

-- Install the front wheel. Refer to Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment .

WARNING:

Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.

After installing, press the brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.

Check brake fluid level, and fill if necessary.