Brake Pads, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench V.A.G 1332

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench 40-200 Nm VAG 1332
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Flashlight and mirror

Perform the following:

The adapter to loosen/tighten the anti-theft wheel bolts is located in the vehicle tool kit. Refer to WHEEL BOLTS TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION .

Front Brake Pads

-- For better judgment of remaining pad thickness remove the front wheel on the driver's side.

-- Pull off wheel bolt covers if necessary. Refer to WHEEL BOLTS TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION .

-- Mark installation position of wheel in relation to brake rotor.

-- Remove wheel bolts and then the wheel.

-- Measure thickness of inner and outer brake pad.

Fig 2: Identifying Pad Thickness

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a - Pad thickness "without" backing plate

Wear limit: 2 mm

With pad thickness (not including backing plate) of 2 mm, the brake pads have reached their wear limit and must be replaced. Be sure to notify customer and mark findings on repair order!

NOTE:

If replacing the brake pads, check the brake discs for wear. Checking and replacing the brake pads, if necessary, is a repair measure.

-- Check the brake disc for wear. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Install wheel in previously marked position.

-- Tighten wheel securing bolts, using diagonal sequence to tightening torque. Refer to WHEEL BOLTS TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION .

-- Return the adapter to the vehicle tools.

-- If necessary, install wheel bolt caps.

Rear Brake Pads

-- Look through the opening with a flashlight and check the brake pads.

-- Check thickness of outer pad visually.

Fig 3: Identifying Pad Thickness

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-- With flashlight up inner brake pad and position mirror.

-- Check thickness of inner pad visually.

a - Pad thickness inner and outer, not including backing plate

Wear limit: 2 mm

With pad thickness (not including backing plate) of 2 mm, the brake pads have reached their wear limit and must be replaced. Be sure to notify customer and mark findings on repair order!

NOTE:

If replacing the brake pads, check the brake discs for wear. Checking and replacing the brake pads, if necessary, is a repair measure.

-- Check the brake disc for wear. Refer to Removal and Installation .