A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BVJ) (2008)
‹› brake caliper must not be removed in order to remove brake pads.
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Disengage the left and right balance springs - A - first from the guide bolts - B - with pliers.
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Pull the balance spring - A - then out of the brake pads - C -.
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Remove the screw for the guide bolts - B -.
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Remove the guide bolts from the brake pads and brake caliper.
Spring is tensioned and can cause injury when guide pins are removed.
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Disengage the brake pad wear wire from the spring - 2 -.