Overview - Front Brakes, Pr Number 1ZK, 1ZL

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Brakes, PR Number 1ZK, 1ZL

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Brake Caliper
- Allocation. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Do not disconnect the brake hose when replacing a brake pad
- Refer to the BRAKE CALIPER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
- Refer to the BRAKE CALIPER, REPLACING
Bleed Screw
- 11 Nm
Protective Cap
Bolt
- Self-locking
- Replace after removing
- 35 Nm
Bearing Bushing
Guide Pin
Wheel Bearing Housing
Bolt
- 200 Nm
Banjo Bolt
- Permanent with seals
- Clean any corrosion from the sealing surface on the brake caliper
- If damaged, replace the brake hose
- 35 Nm
Brake Hose
- Make sure the brake hose is routed correctly. Make sure the brake hose is not pinched, bent, twisted or rubbing against the vehicle
- Replace if damaged
- Make sure that tabs are properly seated in the grooves on the bracket.
Bracket
- For the brake line/hose
Brake Line
- Do not change the bending shape.
- Replace a damaged or bent brake line
- Tightening Specifications
  - With standard tool: 14 Nm
  - With special tool Fig 2 12 Nm
Springs
- Replace if damaged
Bracket
- For brake hose and wire
Bolt
- 8 Nm
Brake Shield
- Refer to the BRAKE SHIELD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
Brake Rotor
- Allocation. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Wear limit. Refer to TECHNICAL DATA, BRAKES .
- Always replace on both axles, at the same time the brake pads must also be replaced
- Do not use excessive force to separate the brake rotor from the wheel hub. Use rust remover, if necessary, otherwise the brake rotor could be damaged.
- Refer to the BRAKE ROTOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
Bolt
- 8 Nm
Bolt
- 12 Nm
Brake Carrier
Brake Pads
- Allocation. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Check the pad thickness. For the wear limit, refer to BRAKE PADS, CHECKING THICKNESS .
- v BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, PR NUMBER 1ZK, 1ZL
- Inner right brake pad with brake pad wear sensor
- Refer to the Figure
Trim
- Only installed depending on the model
Bolt
- Only installed depending on the model

Tighten the brake lines using the required tightening specification using the special tool

Fig 2: Special Tool Assembly For Tightening Brake Lines

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Open Ring Spanner Insert - AF 11mm: VAG1410/6
Torque Wrench - Universal Joint : VAG1410/7
Mini Torque Wrench: VAS6854