Brake Rotor, Removing And Installing, Steel Brakes: Installing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Audi S4 and 2021 Audi A4 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

Clean the bolts and nuts before reusing.
Replace damaged bolts and nuts.
Replace the self-locking bolts and nuts after removal.

-- Check the brake rotors for wear and damage before reusing them:

Brake rotor wear limit. Refer to TECHNICAL DATA .

CAUTION:

Risk of accident due to uneven braking.

- If a brake rotor is damaged or worn, check the other brake rotors for damage and wear.

-- Thoroughly clean the brake rotor and hub contact surfaces and clear them of corrosion.

-- Do not tilt the brake rotor when mounting it on the wheel hub.

-- Tighten the bolt -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Bolt And Brake Rotor

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-- Install the brake caliper. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

CAUTION:

Faulty brakes increase the risk of an accident.

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

-- 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.