Q5 Quattro V6-3.2L (CALB) (2009)
Brake Caliper: Removal and Replacement
Front Brake Caliper, Replacing
Front Brake Caliper, Replacing
Use new bolts.
Removing
CAUTION!
The 4 retaining pins for the brake pads on the brake carrier must not be loosened under any circumstances.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)
‹› Reversible ratchet (V.A.G. 1332/1)
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)
‹› Reversible ratchet (V.A.G. 1331/1)
‹› Brake pedal actuator (V.A.G 1869/2)
‹› Piston resetting tool (T10145)
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Insert brake pedal actuator (V.A.G 1869/2 ) between the brake pedal and driver seat by pressing the brake pedal down at least 60 mm. By doing
this, the valves in the brake master cylinder are closed and the brake fluid reservoir does not run empty.
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Raise vehicle.
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Remove wheels.
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Connect hose from a bleeder bottle to one of the bleeder screws on the front caliper.
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Open a bleeder screw on the front brake caliper to reduce the pressure from the brake system.
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Close bleeder screw.
‹› Do not remove brake pedal loading device (V.A.G 1869/2 ).
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Remove brake pressure line from brake caliper.
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Remove brake pads. Refer to => [ Front Brake Pads ] See: Disc Brake System/Brake Pad/Service and Repair/Front Brake Pads.
‹› When removing, mark brake pads that will be used again. Install in the same position or braking effect will be uneven.