S4 Quattro Cabriolet V8-4.2L (BHF) (2008)
Brake Caliper: Procedures
RS4 (Model 8EC)/C43
Brake caliper, servicing
Rear wheel brake with automatic adjustment
Note:
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Only install complete repair kit
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After replacing brake pads, depress brake pedal firmly several times with vehicle stationary so that the brake pads are properly seated in their
normal operating position.
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To extract brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir, use a bleeder bottle that only comes into contact with brake fluid. Brake fluid is poisonous
and must never be extracted by mouth using a hose!
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Brake testing can be done on all commercially-available brake test stands, as long as the drive speed of both test stand drive rollers is not more
than 5.5 km/h.
1 - Hex socket head screw with damper, self-locking, 35 Nm
Note:
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Do not loosen screw with damper when changing brake pads!
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always replace
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When loosening and tightening counter hold on guide pin
2 - Hex socket head screw, self-locking, 35 Nm
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Always replace
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When loosening and tightening counter hold on guide pin
3 - Brake caliper housing
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Unclip parking brake cable from caliper.
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Fold upward to replace brake pads.
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Hose must be installed free of twists