Brake Caliper, Replacing, Rear Brakes: Notes
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm:VAG1331
- Brake Pedal Actuator:VAG1869/2 .
- Bleeder bottle from the Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit:VAS5234
Plugs from the Assembly Part Set:5Q0 698 311
- M10 Plugs
- M12 Plugs
NOTE:
Clean bolts before reusing.
Replace damaged bolts.
Always replace self-locking bolts.
NOTE:
In the following description the brake caliper is removed and disconnected from the hydraulic system. The brake hose is removed.
WARNING:
- Do not damage the brake hose and brake line.
- Do not bend the brake line past the specified form.
- A damaged brake hose or a damaged or bent brake line must be replaced.
NOTE:
Only bleed the brakes on the wheel which the brake caliper was removed and the brake line was loosened. If the brake pedal still feels "soft", completely bleed the brakes.