A4 Sedan V6-2.8L (AFC) (1996)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Teves/ATE Front Brake Calipers, servicing
Note:
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Install only the complete repair kit when performing servicing work.
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New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and pre-bled.
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Apply a thin coating of assembly paste to brake cylinders, pistons and seals.
1. Caps
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Insert into plastic bushing
2. Guide pin
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25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
3. Bleeder valve
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Apply a thin coating of assembly paste to the threads before installing
4. Dust cap
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Install on bleeder valve
5. Brake caliper housing
6. Retaining spring
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Insert the two ends into the holes of the brake caliper housing
CAUTION:
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Once the spring ends are seated In the hoses, press the retaining spring under the brake carrier.
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If the spring is not installed correctly, the outer brake pad alignment mechanism will not be able to compensate for wear, and increased pedal
travel will result.
7. Plastic bushing
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Insert into brake caliper housing
8. Brake carrier