Brake Caliper, Replacing, Six-Piston Steel Brake, Ten-Piston Steel And Ceramic Brake: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Brake Pedal Actuator

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

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

-- Remove the affected front wheel, while observing the safety precautions for vehicles with ceramic brakes. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Remove the protective cap -3- from the bleed screw -1- on the brake caliper.

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

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CAUTION:

Leaking brake fluid increases the risk of injury.

Risk of skin irritation and injury.

- Wear safety gloves.

-- Connect the bleeder bottle hose -2-.

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

-- Close the bleed screw and remove the bleeder bottle.

Do not remove the Brake Pedal Actuator:V.A.G 1869/2 .

-- To protect against escaping brake fluid, place a cloth under the separating point.

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CAUTION:

Risk of accident due to the brakes malfunctioning.

- Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids containing mineral oils (oil, gasoline, cleaning solutions).

- Wear safety gloves that are free of oil and grease.

-- Remove the union bolt -arrow- and remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.

-- Immediately close open connection points with a clean plug.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of contamination and paint damage from leaking brake fluid.

- Rinse off any leaking brake fluid immediately using plenty of water.

-- Remove the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .