Brake Rotor, Removing And Installing, Steel Brakes: Installing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Audi S3, 2023 Audi RS 3, 2023 Audi A3 Quattro, and 2023 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:
-- Check the brake rotors for wear and damage before reusing them. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR, CHECKING .
-- Thoroughly clean the brake rotor and hub contact surfaces and clear them of corrosion.
-- Place the brake rotor on the wheel hub.
- Do not tilt the brake rotor when mounting it on the wheel hub.
-- Tighten the bolt -arrow- to the tightening specification.
-- Install the brake carrier. Refer to BRAKE CARRIER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- 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.