Brake Shield, Removing And Installing: 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:

-- Clean the contact surfaces on the brake shield and wheel hub.

-- Install the bolts for the brake shield and tighten to the required tightening specification.

-- If removed, install the brake carrier. Refer to BRAKE CARRIER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- If removed, install the wheel bearing unit. Refer to WHEEL BEARING UNIT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the brake rotor. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR, 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.