Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove the wheels.

-- Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator connector.

-- Attach the bleeder bottle bleed hose -1- to the brake caliper bleed valve.

Fig 1: Identifying Bleed Valve

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-- Open the bleeder valve.

-- Insert the Brake Pedal Actuator:VAG1869/2 .

Fig 2: Brake Pedal Depressor VAG 1869/2 Inserted Between Brake Pedal And Driver's Seat

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-- Close the bleeder valve and remove the bleeder bottle.

-- Remove the brake hose.

-- Counterhold the guide pin and remove both bolts from the brake caliper.

Fig 3: Installing Brake Caliper

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-- Remove the brake caliper from the brake carrier.