New Beetle GLS L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (2002)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Front Brakes
FS III Caliper
Special tools and equipment
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VAG 1331 torque wrench or equivalent
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Piston resetting tool
Removing
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Remove protective caps.
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Remove both guide pins from brake caliper (arrows).
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Remove brake caliper housing and hang up with wire.
CAUTION!
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Do not allow caliper to hang by the brake hose. The unsupported weight can stretch and damage the hose.
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Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper when removing brake pads.
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Remove brake pads from brake caliper housing.
Installing
WARNING! Brake fluid is poisonous. Never siphon brake fluid by mouth.
CAUTION!
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Extract some of the brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir before pushing the pistons back.
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A full brake fluid reservoir may allow brake fluid to flow out and cause damage when pistons are pushed back.
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Use the bleeder bottle or plastic bottle which is used only for brake fluid.