Touareg V8-4.2L (BAR) (2007)
‹› Torque wrench (VAG 1576)
‹› Brake pedal actuator (VAG 1869/2)
Removing
Work procedure applies only for replacing or when performing subsequent service work on brake caliper.
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Remove wheels and tires.
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Connect bleeder hose of bleeder bottle to bleeder valve of brake caliper and then open bleeder valve.
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Insert brake pedal depressor (VAG 1869/2).
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Close bleeder valve and remove bleeder bottle.
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Remove brake line from brake caliper.
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Remove bracket --> [ (Item 7) Bracket ] See: Service and Repair/Front Brake Assembly Overview, from wheel bearing housing.
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Remove brake pads. Refer to --> [ Brake Pads ] See: Brake Pad/Service and Repair/Brake Pads.
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Remove brake caliper from wheel bearing housing.
Installing
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Bolt brake caliper onto wheel bearing housing.
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Install brake pads. Refer to --> [ Brake Pads ] See: Brake Pad/Service and Repair/Brake Pads.
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Install brake line on brake caliper.
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Install bracket --> [ (Item 7) Bracket ] See: Service and Repair/Front Brake Assembly Overview, to wheel bearing housing.
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Remove brake pedal loading device (VAG 1869/2).
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Bleed the brake system. Refer to --> [ Brake System Bleeding General Information ] See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair/Brake System
Bleeding General Information.
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Install wheels.
Tightening specification for wheel bolts.
‹› Before moving vehicle, press brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.
‹› Check brake fluid level.
17" (1LE) Caliper
Brake Caliper
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque wrench (VAG 1410)