A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)
6. Ribbed bolt w/washer assembly, 120 Nm
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Clean ribs if reusing
7. Brake carrier
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Bolt to wheel bearing housing
8. Brake pads
Note: Inner pad (with spring) is marked with an arrow. The arrow must point in the direction of forward rotation of the brake disc when installed.
Noises may result from incorrect installation.
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The outer brake pads have an adhesive foil on the pad backing plate. Remove the protective foil before inserting.
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Pads on both sides of axle must always be replaced together.
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Removing and installing; Refer to brake pads
Note: Always clean brake caliper thoroughly before installing new brake pads (must be free of grease). Be especially careful to remove any
residual adhesive foil on the surface of the outer brake pads.
9. Retaining spring
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Insert in both holes of brake caliper housing
Note: Retaining spring must be pressed under brake carrier after it is inserted in both holes. If the spring is improperly installed, the brake caliper
cannot adjust to compensate for wear on the outer brake pad. This will cause the brake pedal travel to increase.
10. Brake disk
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Pads on both sides of axle must always be replaced together.
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Remove brake caliper before removing
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Pads on both sides of axle must always be replaced together.
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Brake pads are different; inner pad has retaining spring
11. Bracket
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Bolt to brake caliper housing
12. Hex bolt, 10 Nm
Brake pads, removing and installing
Removing
Note: When removing, mark brake pads that will be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise braking effect will be uneven!
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Remove protective caps.